The reason of why I like Woody Allen movies

Rating: 8/10 (26 July 2001)

No one makes them like this: simple, direct, funny but always very sensible and beautiful. Needless to say this movie is a typical Woody Allen flic, which is a complement. Sean Penn is a winner on this one, giving an unique performance, but, from my point of view, the real shiner here is Samantha Morton, which has a tenderness no words (could not) explain. She is among the all-time best portraits of innocence and sweetness in female role, and suceeds as a truly engaging character for which we fall instantly. Of course, her relationship with Penn's character, which is the exact opposite, is at times hilarious and touching. A priceless jewel, like all Allen movies, with good taste altogether.