Manhattan (film)

Manhattan is a 1979 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Woody Allen, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Marshall Brickman.

Manhattan is a 1979 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Woody Allen, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Marshall Brickman. Shot in black and white, it follows television writer Isaac Davis as he navigates complicated relationships in New York City. The film stars Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Mariel Hemingway, Michael Murphy, and Meryl Streep.

Plot

Manhattan follows Isaac Davis as he deals with divorce, career dissatisfaction, and romantic entanglements in New York City. His relationships with Tracy and Mary form the center of the story.

Production

The film was directed by Woody Allen and photographed by Gordon Willis in black and white. It was produced by Charles H. Joffe and filmed in New York City.

Cast and characters

Woody Allen stars as Isaac Davis, with Diane Keaton as Mary Wilke, Mariel Hemingway as Tracy, Michael Murphy as Yale, and Meryl Streep as Jill. The ensemble is central to the film’s relationship-driven narrative.

Reception and legacy

Manhattan is widely regarded as one of Allen’s best-known films and is often discussed for its visual style, urban setting, and controversial themes. It remains a notable example of late-1970s American romantic comedy-drama.