as long as you are happy

Kacie 2022-03-22 09:02:11

Woody Allen's films, since watching his "Match Point" and "Scoop" have a lot of interest in this strange little old man. Maybe when a director develops a certain style, his name becomes a guarantee of quality like a brand.

In my impression, Woody's films are full of suspense, with tight plot arrangements. In terms of content, this film seems to be a lot more bland, there is no murder, no suspects, and some are just a contradiction between the life of an old man and the people around him. show.

However, this story still permeates a lot of Woody's style. For example, the protagonist Boris talks silently, speaks very fast, and his humorous way of speaking is similar to the old magician played by Woody himself in "Scoop". The occasional reference to "luck" in determining fate is a constant theme in Woody Allen's films.

In addition, does Woody hate religion very much? He made an exaggerated irony about faith in the film: Originally, the three Melody family were Christians, but in the end, they all abandoned teachings and prayers and lived the life they wanted.

Whether it's a cynical genius, a common man, a gay, a 3P, an age gap, or a talented woman, as long as you feel happy, whatever works.

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Whatever Works quotes

  • [first lines]

    Boris Yellnikoff: That's not what I'm saying, imbecile. You guys completely misrepresent my ideas, why would I even want to talk with those idiots.

    Boris' Friend: Just calm down.

    Boris' Friend: That's not true, Boris.

    Boris Yellnikoff: No, don't tell me to calm down, I am calm. Just stop.

    Boris' Friend: Don't jump on us just because we don't understand what you're saying.

    Boris Yellnikoff: I didn't jump on you. It's not the idea behind Christianity I'm faulting, or Judaism, or any religion. It's the professionals who've made it into corporate business. There's big money in the god racket, big money.

    Boris' Friend: Here we go...

  • Boris Yellnikoff: Don't you know you have to sing happy birthday twice to get the germs off?