A really great script. It's amazing to think Woody Allen made it as his relationship with Mia Farrow was disintegrating. It's first rate stuff, bright and funny and beautifully structured.
The success of the comedy isn't that surprising - at this stage of his career at least, Woody was spot on dealing with neurotics in New York, and having them investigate a murder gives it freshness. (The spirit of Bob Hope lives very much in this). More impressive is that the actual murder mystery is very satisfying; there's plenty of twists and turns. Also it has a very strong theme - the importance of having an adventure before you get old.
The subplots and supporting characters are expertly incorporated - the playwright with the crush on the married woman, the aspiring actress who is a mistress, the scorned woman, the killer, the feisty author who takes over the investigation.
It's fantastic work and ranks among Allen's masterpieces.
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