The Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast

Welcome back good folks to another glorious episode of Woody Adjacent!   As you can see, today we have quite the treat in store, as we are not just going to talk about one title but of course we just HAD to talk about its latest incarnation to make this conversation just that more RELEVANT   Well... some may argue one or both of these are completely irrelevant to our theme :P but regardless.. lets get into talking about..   2000's High Fidelity Movie and then 2020's High Fidelity Hulu TV Series    Todays session is a longer cut, we hope you ENJOY!   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Old HF: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Fidelity_(film)   New HF: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Fidelity_(TV_series)   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

On this recording Don goes diggin in the crates to pick up a lesser known erotic drama film that raised many a eyebrow for it supposed overt sexual nature but there seems to be alot more under the surface with this movie and it's story   In BLISS (1997) Maria (Sheryl Lee) struggling with mental issues and marital disharmony, she seeks help from Baltazar (Terence Stamp), a charismatic sex therapist whose healing methods delve beyond traditional psychoanalysis.   In their sessions, Maria uncovers a repressed traumatic memory from her childhood, affecting her ability to experience sexual pleasure. Meanwhile, Maria's husband Joseph (Craig Sheffer), is initially skeptical of Baltazar's unconventional approach, becomes drawn into the exploration of their intimacy.   As Maria embarks on a journey of self-discovery through tantric practices and challenging sexual experiences, Joseph grapples with his own anxieties and evolving definition of intimacy. Their intertwined quests force them to confront personal demons, reevaluate their relationship, and question the societal norms surrounding sex and love.     Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bliss_(1997_film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118742/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1078165-bliss   Roger Ebert: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/bliss-1997   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

We are back just before the end of the month to deliver another great Adjacent conversation on a golden oldie hollywood has tried to reboot a few times but can never quite get another adaptation off the ground, so until then we will talk about the current original...   In Same Time Next Year (1978) which is set in 1951, two seemingly happily married individuals, Doris (Ellen Burstyn), a housewife from Oakland, and George (Alan Alda), an accountant from New Jersey, meet by chance at a California inn. A passionate connection sparks, leading them to make an unusual agreement: to meet at the same inn every year for a single night, away from their families and lives.   As the years pass, the film jumps forward, showcasing these annual encounters. We witness Doris and George navigate life's ups and downs – births, deaths, marital challenges, and personal growth – while their own relationship deepens beyond the initial physical attraction.   Through their candid conversations and shared experiences, they develop a unique intimacy that transcends their respective marriages. They offer each other support, understanding, and a space to be themselves outside their societal roles.     Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Same_Time,_Next_Year_(film)     IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078199/     Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/same_time_next_year   ____________________   Also please check out some of these links we mentioned on this episode....   Woody Allen Pages on Woodys Music   http://www.woodyallenpages.com/podcast/special-episode-1-woody-allen-and-music/   What Woody Do Podcast   https://www.williamelvin.com/whatwoodydo   ________________________________________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

We are BACK baby.. for another chapter of Woody Adjacent!   Today we talk about a pretty well received movie from a long time comedian turned actor.. in fact, over the course of this discussion we truly see how much this creator is following in the footsteps of Woody Allen   In Top Five (2014) Andre Allen (Chris Rock) is a comedian turned movie star known for his outrageous comedies, he is also about to marry a reality TV star in the coming weeks. While promoting his new serious film about Haitian revolutionary Dutty Boukman, he grants an interview to Chelsea Brown (Rosario Dawson), a sharp journalist seeking a deeper look into his career. Over a day-long ride-along in his limousine, a series of flashbacks, hilarious encounters, and candid conversations unfold. Leading Andre to question his current motivations and future path     Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Top_Five   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2784678/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/top_five   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

On this recording we are back to actually talk about a new Woody Allen movie release... yeah.. he's still at it :P - i know right haha   Also, we say a sincere farewell to our original co-host who start out with us on this journey: Simon Rad :(   Simon, who has decided (in a conversation off mic) to step away from podcasting in general will be missed for his Zany energy and pretty buck-wild moments - he will always be appreciated.. and may even pop in sometime in future...   but alas.. our good friend James Daniel Walsh now steps in full time to take on the role as co-host completely on this retrospective so the train will still chuggle along   Simon will be missed.. just a little bit (the damn bastard lol)   Anyhow.. lets get on with the show and talk about Woodys most latest release.. A film many are not finding to be in the higher tier of Woodys creative abilities but regardless we will, as always, give our honest opinion    In Rifkin's Festival (2020) Cynical film critic Mort Rifkin (Wallace Shawn) tags along with his glamorous PR wife Sue (Gina Gershon) to the San Sebastian Film Festival. Mort's insecurities bloom as Sue flirts with a pretentious French director, while he finds solace in quirky local doctor Joana (Elena Anaya). Dream sequences echoing classic cinema transport Mort to fantastical scenarios, blurring the lines between reality and art. Facing doubts about love, mortality, and artistic legacy, Mort navigates the festival's whirlwind through comedic wit and wistful longing, searching for meaning in the fleeting spectacle of life and movies.   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q65552643   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8593904/   RottenTomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rifkins_festival   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

We are back today to talk about our first movie series discussion for our Woody Allen Adjacent project!   This is a much beloved movie series that explores so many great aspects, mostly just through using dialogue - which may fly in the face of often advised filmaking - but this director had a vision   ...and yes, rather strangely, we are leaving out the third piece of this puzzle for another time - but regardless, for now we just wanted to throw our hats off to this director and speak about the following two films   1995's - Before Sunrise and 2004's - Before Sunset   We could have honestly spoke about these movies even more (specifically the second one) but alas we must press on..   Anyhow.....    In the stories of Before Sunrise / Sunset: Jesse, a charming American traveler, meets Céline, a witty French student, on a train journeying through Europe. Sparks fly instantly, leading them to make a bold decision: disembark in Vienna and spend the night together before their paths diverge. As they explore the city and share their deepest thoughts and dreams, their conversation dances between intellectual debates and playful banter. They question love, life, and their own aspirations, forging a connection that transcends their fleeting time together.   A Chance Encounter Sparks Connection: Before Sunrise Jesse, a charming American traveler, meets Céline, a witty French student, on a train journeying through Europe. Sparks fly instantly, leading them to make a bold decision: disembark in Vienna and spend the night together before their paths diverge. As they explore the city and share their deepest thoughts and dreams, their conversation dances between intellectual debates and playful banter. They question love, life, and their own aspirations, forging a connection that transcends their fleeting time together. Will their bond endure the sunrise, or will their lives pull them apart forever?   Nine years after their unforgettable night in Vienna, Jesse, now a successful writer, and Céline, a captivating photographer, cross paths again in Paris. Memories flood back as they revisit their old haunts and engage in insightful conversations. Though circumstances have changed, their magnetic pull remains. Filled with bittersweet longing and the weight of the past, they grapple with missed opportunities and the possibility of rekindling a flame they thought extinguished. This second chance encounter forces them to confront their choices and redefine their dreams. Will they succumb to the pull of what could have been, or will they embrace the realities of their separate paths......     Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Before_Sunrise   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112471/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/before_sunrise     ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

On todays record we give our thoughts on the Allen V Farrow Docu-Series   This will of course be a very contentious topic of debate given the subject matter  at hand.. add to that the fact your hosts on the episode believe Woody Allen is innocent which seems to be against the grain of the current public emotional opinion   Again we implore people who have watched this docuseries to hear from the other side and the links below can adhere to that   Rick Worley's - By The Way Woody Allen Is Innocent   https://youtu.be/muyaCg2dGAk   Cathy Young - Allen v. Farrow’: Intellectually Dishonest Propaganda Meets Emotional Blackmail   https://quillette.com/2021/03/28/allen-v-farrow-intellectually-dishonest-propaganda-meets-emotional-blackmail/   Dr Todd Grande's Allen v Farrow Analysis   https://youtu.be/l5de4NcJ_b8   We feel it is very important to hear BOTH sides of any allegation which is why we have shared the above links.. but anyhow....   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allen_v._Farrow     IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13990468/     Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/allen_v_farrow     ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Continuing our Woody Allen Adjacent project JAMES has picked this interesting romantic comedy spoof..... It was an interesting discussion actually, where we delve more into our thoughts on the so called 'romantic comedy' genre on a whole..... and other pedantic quibbles ;P   In They Came Together (2014) Joel (Paul Rudd) a corporate candy exec, threatens to shut down Molly's (Amy Poehler) charming indie candy shop. Sparks fly despite their opposing businesses, leading to a whirlwind romance filled with clichés from classic rom-coms, hilariously exaggerated for maximum satire. Through flashbacks and dinner conversations with another couple, their journey unfolds, with misunderstandings, grand gestures, and awkward moments mirroring the tropes they poke fun at. As their relationship navigates breakups, second chances, and quirky obstacles, the film playfully critiques the predictable patterns of romantic comedies while reminding us that love, even in its cheesy forms, can be sweet and funny.   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/They_Came_Together   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2398249/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/they_came_together   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Continuing our Woody Allen Adjacent project our next conversation will be about...   In Marriage Story (2019) New York theater director Charlie (Adam Driver) and his actress wife Nicole (Scarlett Johansson) navigate a heartbreaking divorce, navigating custody battles, lawyer pressures, and lingering love amidst the emotional wreckage. As they move between coasts, their once-strong bond frays, forcing them to confront their individual desires and the sacrifices made for their shared life. The film explores the raw pain and fragile hope of letting go, ultimately questioning what it means to stay connected even when falling apart.   _____________________________________   Near the end of this recording we also touch on (just a little bit) the pushback and critical response on the HBO 'Allen v. Farrow' Docu-Series which we MAY expand upon.. but honestly its already frustrating from what we have seen thus far   ___________________________________________   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marriage_Story   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7653254/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/marriage_story_2019   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Continuing our Woody Allen Adjacent discussions our next conversation will be about a movie that is a particular favourite for one of our hosts...   In ENTROPY (1999) aspiring director Bobby (Stephen Dorff) juggles the chaotic demands of his first film with a whirlwind romance and the seductive whispers of his own ego (U2's Bono). As pressure mounts, the lines between art and reality blur, leading him down a spiraling path of self-destruction. Amidst fractured relationships, creative anxieties, and existential questions, Bobby's journey becomes a poignant reflection on the price of passion and the precarious dance between ambition and disillusionment.    ______________________________   We did reference an interview the films director took part in - that interview can be found on the following link...   http://www.money-into-light.com/2016/04/phil-joanou-on-heavens-prisoners.html   Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entropy_(film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0156515/   Rotten Tomatoes:  https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/entropy   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro