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Woody Aliens
Annie Hall' (UA) Chosen
BOXOI i u i reviewed "Annie Hall" in its nation.- William D. Kerns, I iibbock Ava-
.sue of April 25. stating in part: "Can lanche-Journal Woodj Allen at Ins
. . .
v'oody Allen do wrong? There doesn't best.—Janice Lee, NSDAR. Scarsdale.
;em to be any question that his latest, N.Y.
g untitled and now called simply 'Anie
Hall,' will join the list of other suc-
work to date, a serio-comic love storj
"Annie Hall" is Woody Allen's greatest
esses. The new film ... is more subdued which only a John Simon could hate. Anyone
else will find it hilarious and oddly
nd revealing than anything he has atmpted
to date. The episodic tale is fraglentcd
into various scenes of past and
beautiful comedy! Justin
touching.— Joe I.eydon, Shreveport Times
resent, some being very funny and others
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Ribbon Award Winner for April
By MARY JO GORMAN
1NNII IIA1 1 .," cued In many critics .is Wood} Mien's finest film, was the outstand
ing choice of National Screen Council members to be the recipient of April's nine
ibbon Award. The comedy which Allen co-authored, directed and stars in—deals with
le bittersweet romance between the humorist and his leading lady. Diane Keaton. The
Jnited Artists release, rated I'Ci by the MI'AA and A3 by the NCO, has grossed 404
er cent of average business in its first-run bookings in major American cities.
while not especially hilarious— emergig
as satirical and potent comments on
ilationships in today's society. The
tries H. Joffe production is also a love
oem to Woody's favorite co-star and former
leading lady in real life, Diane Keabn
. . . Use of ('Seems Like Old Times')
s theme song and the bittersweet ending
lake this the most sentimental of Allen's
ilms. 'Hall' should please those who are
ot Allen enthusiasts, in addition to his
ans, because of its romantic theme . .
On their ballots, NSC members added
le following accolades:
Finest . . . Greatest
"Annie Hall" is one of the finest comeies
ever filmed. Woody Allen has proven
imself to be one of the greatest filmmakrs
we have had.—Kim Larsen, Billings
iazette . . . "Annie Hall" is Woody's best
-I loved it intensely!—Lynn Hinds,
VTAE-TV, Pittsburgh . . . Woody Allen
ontinues to markedly expand his artistic
pabilities.—Allen M. Widem. syndicated
olumnist. West Hartford . Hall"
; yet another example of Woody Allen's
enius and will please 'most everyone.
-Don Leigh McCulty, W. Va. Theatre
vices, Clarksburg.
Without a doubt, a Blue Ribbon winer—although
it will take the truly conentrating,
curious child to keep up with
11 the subliminal laughs and crazy pernal
nuances Woody Allen has instilled
i this, his finest film. Indeed, this may be
e film to finally win him the universal
spect he has missed. It is a fine effort
id perhaps—though the Academy odds
against it—the picture to break the
comedy roadblock to an Oscar nomi-
."
Jacobsmeier, Dubinsky Bros. Theatres,
Sioux City . . . Woody's and Diane's best
yet.— Ralph Kaminsky, Boxoffice, Los
Angeles . . . Woody
Allen is rare and his
gift is for everyone.— Art Pinansky, teacher,
Portland, Me. . . . The most literate
corned) in ages!—Sumner G. Rand, Orlando
Sentinel Star.
For its humor, poignancy and for sheer
delight, "Annie Hall" is superb. It's realistic
without being gritty; attractive without
calling attention to "movie magic."
And, Diane Keaton, whose smile lights up
the screen, emerges as a strong, sturdy
talent.—Carole Kass, Richmond Times-
Dispatch ... By far, the best of Woody
Allen.—Guy H. Giampapa, WNAC-TV,
Best picture I've seen in
Boston . . .
months. Woody Allen is undoubtedly
America's best filmmaker.—Larry Thomas,
exhibitor, Beckley, W. Va.
Woody Allen's most disciplined film to
date, lifting the comedian to the stature
of major director. At last he is secure
enough to abandon his non-stop joking,
allowing us to empathize with his characters
through, yes, even sad moments .is
well.— Randy Weddington, Grapevine.
Fayettevillc, Ark. . . . Already a runaway
hit. Perhaps Allen's best effort to date.
John Anthony, W1TI-TV, Milwaukee.
It was a toss-up for me between "Annie
Hall" and "The Slipper and the Rose," but
my vote must go for "Annie Hall." It's
Woody Allen's best and proves that he
. .
makes wonderfully thoughtful comedies!
Mrs. Robert A. Hunholz. Milwaukee
Not only Woody Allen's
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finest, but one of the year's finest pictures.
— Elston Brooks, Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
In a flashback to his schooldays, comedian Alvy Singor
»oe» himself as a solemn youth (Jonathan Munlci.
After their first meeting—at a tennis club—Annie
Hall (Diane Keaton) and Alvy get bettor acquainted.
Annie takes Alvy on a visit home with her, where he
meets Grandma and Mom Hall (Colleen Dewhurst). r.
llvy Singer Woody Allen
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'roduced by
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The Cast
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Allison Caroi K \m
Production Staff
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This awird is given each month by the National
Screen Council on the basis of outstanding
merit and suitability for family entertainment.
Council membership comprises motion
picture editors, radio and TV film commentators
representati.es of better films councils,
civic, educational and exhibitor organizations.
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