Woody Allen

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JCC cancels slavery-focused talk by Jewish author + Biden picks new ambassador to Israel

BCohen in Forward · 6 Sep 2023

A Jewish author, Rachel Beanland, had a talk at a JCC in Florida canceled because her novel mentions slavery, which goes against new state laws limiting discussions on race in schools.

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Has Woody Allen ever told you how lucky he is?

ALanger in Forward · 5 Sep 2023

Woody Allen's 50th film, "Coup de Chance," premiered at the Venice International Film Festival.

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Tidbits: New exhibit about Maimonides • Woody Allen saves his friend from choking

RSchaechter in Forward · 24 May 2023

The Yiddish publication Tidbits features a weekly news briefing.

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Is ‘Rifkin’s Festival’ Woody Allen’s love letter to cinema — or something more cynical?

Forward · 24 Jan 2022

"Rifkins Festival," Woody Allen's 49th feature film, has a marketing problem with its trailer.

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Woody Allen’s extraordinary violence, laid bare

Forward · 24 Feb 2021

The HBO Max documentary series "Allen v. Farrow" explores Dylan Farrow's allegations of sexual assault against her adopted father, Woody Allen.

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There’s no way I can write a normal tribute to Woody Allen

Forward · 2 Dec 2020

This article discusses the complicated legacy of Woody Allen, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding the allegations of sexual misconduct against him.

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Alec Baldwin departs WNYC in defense of Woody Allen

Forward · 12 Nov 2020

Alec Baldwin is leaving his talk show, "Here's the Thing," on WNYC and moving to iHeartRadio due to a disagreement over Woody Allen.

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Woody Allen’s latest looks just like the one before it, and the one before that…

Forward · 18 Sep 2020

Woody Allen's latest film, "Rifkin's Festival," has received negative reviews, with critics claiming that it follows the same formula as his previous films.

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The unbearable emptiness of being Woody Allen

Forward · 27 Mar 2020

In "The unbearable emptiness of being Woody Allen," the article discusses Woody Allen's autobiography, "Apropos of Nothing," highlighting his problematic language when referring to women and his attempt to construct a moral framework that portrays him as a rebel standing against societal norms.

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After cancellation, Woody Allen’s memoir quietly debuts with new publisher

Forward · 23 Mar 2020

Woody Allen's memoir "Apropos of Nothing," which was initially canceled by Hachette following objections from staff and Allen's children, has been quietly released by a new publisher, Arcade Publishing.

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Woody Allen memoir canceled after publisher’s staff walk out in protest

Forward · 7 Mar 2020

The publication of Woody Allen's memoir "Apropos of Nothing" by Hachette Book Group was canceled after about 75 staff members protested, leading to a spontaneous walkout in response to the controversial decision to release the book.

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Woody Allen And Amazon Settle Breach Of Contract Lawsuit

Forward · 11 Nov 2019

Woody Allen and Amazon have reached a settlement in the $68 million breach of contract lawsuit Allen brought against Amazon in February.

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Woody Allen Directs His First Opera At La Scala

Forward · 3 Jul 2019

Woody Allen made his directorial debut at La Scala opera house in Milan, premiering Giacomo Puccini's Gianni Schicchi.

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Spies like Us: Ep. 181

Unorthodox · 16 May 2019

This episode of Unorthodox features journalist Matti Friedman discussing his book "Spies of No Country," which tells the story of Mizrahi Jews who became undercover agents at the birth of Israel, challenging the Ashkenazi-centric narrative of Israel's founding.

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Woody Allen’s ‘Manhattan’ Is 40. Can We Still Admire It In 2019?

Forward · 25 Apr 2019

Despite being a celebrated film, Woody Allen's "Manhattan" is now difficult to assess due to his controversial personal life, including his relationship with Soon-Yi Previn.

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Opinion | Woody Allen’s Innocence Should Be A Feminist Cause

noah in Forward · 1 Mar 2018

In a 2018 opinion piece, the author argues that the rush to condemn Woody Allen amid the #MeToo movement overlooks complexities in his case and should be reconsidered from a feminist perspective.

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How Should People Apologize For Working With Woody Allen?

Forward · 17 Jan 2018

In light of renewed attention to Dylan Farrow's allegations against Woody Allen and the #MeToo movement, various actors who worked with Allen have expressed regret or issued apologies for their collaborations.

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Jesse Eisenberg: ‘New York Times’ Crossword Star

Stephanie Butnick in Tablet · 15 Feb 2017

Actor Jesse Eisenberg recently had his full name featured as a clue in The New York Times crossword puzzle.

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An Ode To ‘Girls,’ Lena Dunham And Modern Jewish Neuroticism

Forward · 10 Feb 2017

The HBO series "Girls," created by Lena Dunham, remains relevant as it enters its final season, despite its flaws and shifting cultural landscape.

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Hannah (Montana) and Her Sisters Ep. 27

Unorthodox · 4 Feb 2016

This episode of Unorthodox blends humor with cultural commentary as it delves into Bernie Sanders' historic political achievements, the eccentricities of Woody Allen, gender politics in Israel's religious landscape, and the amusing saga of accused animal spies.

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Ranking Woody Allen Lists on His 80th Birthday

Forward · 1 Dec 2015

In celebration of Woody Allen's 80th birthday, various outlets have created rankings of his movies, showcasing different perspectives on his filmography.

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How Woody Allen Lost Me

Forward · 27 Jul 2015

The author reflects on his changing perception of Woody Allen, noting a shift from the filmmaker's once-revered status to current cultural criticism.

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Why Woody Allen Fans Should Stand Up for Dylan Farrow

Forward · 5 Feb 2014

The article discusses the dilemma faced by fans of Woody Allen following allegations of sexual abuse by his stepdaughter, Dylan Farrow.

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Without Feathers, Woody Allen (1975)

Marc Tracy in Tablet · 17 Sep 2013

"Without Feathers" by Woody Allen (1975) features stories that resemble Saturday Night Live sketches with one-joke concepts like "The Whore of Mensa" that are exploited for numerous one-liners.

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