Thanks for another special moment Woody

Rating: 9/10 (13 March 2000)

So this film isn't "Stardust Memories"? Everyone is always so disappointed when Woody doesn't match his finest hour with each film. Give up the comparisons to "Manhattan" people, and enjoy this stuff while Woody is still active.
Sweet and Lowdown is a wonderful film, a sweet story about a cranky artist and the girl who steals his heart. I fell for it. I think most people will enjoy this.
I'm convinced that Woody is content to make these types of sentimental films now. He has nothing to prove to anyone anymore. That said, I think his 90's output is as consistent and enjoyable as the earlier decades, though perhaps not as important. Let's face it, if the man never makes another film, he is still the greatest American director of our time. Sweet and Lowdown is another little treasure to put on the mantle. Not his best work, and not his worst. But it made me feel great for a couple of hours. Once again, I thank the Wood-man for providing some genuine entertainment in a sea of putrid Hollywood event-movie crap.