Dir: Woody Allen
1993
***
Manhattan Murder Mystery is a likable comedy/crime film and another chance for Woody Allen to pay his respects to the great crime noirs of the 40s & 50s that have obviously been a source of influence and enjoyment for him. If I'm being honest Diane Keaton irritates me way more than Woody Allen ever does, particularly in this film but I guess it is part of her character. All actors are great in their performances, Alan Alda and Anjelica Huston in particular in their supporting roles. My only criticism is that it feels, in places, like a cheap made for TV film. It's great but short of Allen's usual (at this point) high quality.
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