Hilarious

Rating: 8/10 (12 May 2012)

Easily the most entertaining Woody Allen movie I've seen, Annie Hall makes use of genius comedic techniques, which frequently coincide with the film's unique editing techniques. Allen uses tricky techniques, which I love to see in movies. More absurd and hilarious than any other is the film's use of the 'literary aside.' On more than one occasion, the characters break away from the film's reality and speak directly to the camera (and subsequently the audience). These asides create a sort of complex situation which frequently results in hilarity. Another of Allen's more defined comedic skills is his capability of making ordinary situations extraordinarily funny.