Wednesday, July 25, 2012

The Masked Avenger

Radio Days (1987) Perhaps one of the more underrated Woody Allen films, Radio Days is a pure and total joy. It is a rare treat as Allen seems to have allowed himself to be unabashedly nostalgic, without trying to insert any of the morality conflicts which typically weave through his work. One of the only scenes in the film that departs from the comic is an amazingly touching scene that suddenly and masterfully reiterates the love that exists in a family.

There are so many clever and quick one liners that they are nearly impossible to list. Add that to the seemingly endless parade of familiar actors that appear in cameos or bit parts, and you have a pretty fantastic way to spend 90 minutes.

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