Broadway Danny Rose

Broadway Danny Rose is a 1984 American comedy film written and directed by Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Mia Farrow, and Nick Apollo Forte. The film is a black-and-white romantic comedy that pays homage to the Burlesque era of New York City's Broadway theatre scene, with references to Vaudeville, The Ziegfeld Follies, and The Marx Brothers. The story is presented as a framing device, with a group of comedians, including Sandy Baron, Corbett Monica, and Jackie Gayle, gathering at Carnegie Deli to share stories about the titular character, Danny Rose, a talent agent who represents B-list performers, such as Lou Canova, a singer who was once a headliner at the Copacabana.

● Plot

The plot of the film revolves around Danny Rose, a talent manager who represents a range of performers, including magicians, comedians, and singers, such as Tina Vitale, a singer who performs at the Copacabana. The story is presented through a series of flashbacks, as a group of comedians, including Morty Gunty, Will Jordan, and Howard Storm, share stories about Danny Rose's misadventures, including his attempts to promote Lou Canova's career, which leads to a series of misadventures, including a romantic affair with Tina Vitale, and a confrontation with her gangster boyfriend, Vito Rispoli. The film features a range of references to New York City landmarks, including Times Square, Central Park, and Coney Island, as well as Broadway theatre productions, such as A Chorus Line and Chicago (musical).

● Production

The production of the film was overseen by Robert Greenhut, who has produced a range of Woody Allen's films, including Annie Hall, Manhattan (film), and Hannah and Her Sisters. The film was shot on location in New York City, with Gordon Willis serving as the cinematographer, and Susan E. Morse editing the film. The soundtrack features a range of jazz standards, including George Gershwin's "Someone to Watch Over Me", and Cole Porter's I Get a Kick Out of You, performed by Dick Hyman and his orchestra. The film's production design was overseen by Mel Bourne, who has worked on a range of Woody Allen's films, including Interiors (film), and Stardust Memories.

● Cast

The cast of the film includes Woody Allen as Danny Rose, Mia Farrow as Tina Vitale, and Nick Apollo Forte as Lou Canova. The film also features a range of cameo appearances, including Sandy Baron, Corbett Monica, and Jackie Gayle, as well as Howard Storm, Morty Gunty, and Will Jordan. The film's cast also includes Geraldine Page, Paul Greco, and Frank Renzulli, who have all appeared in a range of films and theatre productions, including The Trip to Bountiful, The Godfather, and Taxi Driver.

● Release

The film was released on January 27, 1984, by Orion Pictures, and was screened at a range of film festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival, and the New York Film Festival. The film received a range of positive reviews, with Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times praising the film's script, and Gene Siskel of the Chicago Tribune praising the film's performances. The film was also screened on television, including on HBO, and Showtime, and has been released on DVD and Blu-ray by Warner Home Video.

● Reception

The film received a range of positive reviews, with Vincent Canby of The New York Times praising the film's direction, and Pauline Kael of The New Yorker praising the film's performances. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 96%, based on 25 reviews, with an average rating of 7.8/10. The film has also been recognized by a range of organizations, including the National Board of Review, and the New York Film Critics Circle, who have both named the film one of the best films of 1984. The film has also been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress.

● Themes

The film explores a range of themes, including the American Dream, and the illusion of success. The film also explores the relationship between talent agents and their clients, as well as the exploitation of performers by their managers. The film features a range of references to Jewish culture, including Klezmer music, and Yiddish theatre, and explores the experience of Jewish Americans in New York City. The film's title character, Danny Rose, is a symbol of the struggling artist, who is desperate to succeed in the cutthroat world of show business. The film's ending is a commentary on the transience of fame, and the importance of loyalty and friendship in the entertainment industry. Category:American comedy films