This week I had the good fortune of viewing one of the greatest films of the late 1970s, the 1979 film Manhattan, directed by Woody Allen. A film I would consider to be one of his greatest works. The film takes place in, obviously, New York, especially on the island of Manhattan. While most people would say this is merely the setting of the film, a more astute film viewer would realize that the story of film is a reflection of the city itself, a romantic city of light and darkness.
If you are a fan of Allen's films you would know that New York is often the setting of his films. What separates this film from most of his others is his use of lighting to tell his story. Shot entirely in black and white, this scheme allows the audience to experience the gritty beauty of the island of Manhattan. The use of lighting also provides the mood for each character and situations within the film.
The director of photography, Gordon Willis, paints a very romantic setting throughout the film......

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Title: Woody Allen's "Annie Hall"
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