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Woody Allen is one of those filmmakers known for having a large body of work, yet is largely only appreciated for a certain segment of it. With Woody, interestingly, there is not one universal segment of his films that people appreciate. Few will deny the masterpieces most often attributed to him, Annie Hall or Manhattan, for instance, but there are many camps of Woody Allen appreciation. One such camp proclaims Woody's earlier films were best. Another section of Woody Allen fandom declares his comedies are best, while yet another camp asserts that his serious films are superior. In a way, this speaks to Woody's prowess as a filmmaker, that he can impact so many audiences with such different portions of his filmography. What I'm here to advise against, however, is being overly dismissive of Woody's "lower tier" work. My theory, however, persists that Woody Allen is a filmmaker that doesn't get adequate credit for his body of work as a whole. Maybe Woody's problem of having about a dozen widely recognized classics to his name that many of his equally impressive work is overlooked is one I should be less sympathetic towards; I just can't help myself from donning the armor of Woody Allen defense at least one more time. Manhattan Murder Mystery, the 1993 installment of Woody's film-a-year output is simply sensational. There is as much artistically going on here as in Crimes and Misdemeanors, and dialogue as sharp as that in Hannah and Her Sisters. Starring, in my opinion, Woody's best screen partner Diane Keaton, as well as another pair of repeat co-stars, Alan Alda and Anjelica Huston, Manhattan Murder Mystery is a zesty look at the lives of a middle aged couple who suddenly become convinced that a neighbor in their New York City apartment building has murdered his wife. Manhattan Murder Mystery is so much more than a "silly plot" in a "throw away" Woody Allen film, but rather, another brilliant attempt at decoding the human condition we are all born into by one of America's best filmmakers.Larry Lipton (Woody Allen) and Carol Lipton (Diane Keaton) are a middle-aged couple in New York, tasked with the ever familiar plight of learning each other once again after becoming empty-nesters. Their lives together are seemingly happy; they attend operas, basketball games, and have in-depth conversations. Despite the appearance of happiness, there is an air of listlessness in their relationship. One evening, after returning home to their New York apartment from the night's events, Larry and Carol meet a couple that lives a few doors down from them, Paul House (Jerry Adler) and Lillian House (Lynn Cohen), and are invited in for a drink. Larry is more than happy to maintain a distance, but Carol is looking for a way to spice up her humdrum daily life and jumps at the chance to meet new people. Larry can't wait to leave despite Carol enjoying the visit and when the couple finally retires to their apartment they agree that their neighbors seem nice and may see them again, that is, until Lillian drops dead of a coronary the very next day. Fresh from a screening of Double Indemnity, Carol begins to suspect that her neighbor Paul actually murdered his wife. Larry thinks Carol's suspicion is off- base, leaving her to investigate her concerns with their recently divorced friend Ted (Alan Alda). The adventurous duo leaves Larry willfully behind as he believes his neighbor's innocence and simultaneously thinks such investigative matters should be left to the police. As Ted and Carol spend more time together, Larry begins to think that Ted's willingness to go along with Carol's escapades is due to a physical attraction he has for her, leaving Larry to decide if he should bring himself into the probe in order to save his marriage. As the impromptu case furthers, more evidence is acquired bringing even the most skeptical Larry to nebbishy go along with his wife's pursuit.I'm convinced Woody Allen doesn't get enough credit for how truly diverse his film career is. The notion that all of his films are the same is one that I simply find no merit to. Sure, Woody's work is revelatory and personal so there may often be a "Woody Allen character" in his films, but I will never fault an artist for putting too much of themselves into their art. As evidenced by the title, this film is essentially a murder mystery plot-driven film with ample introspection and plenty of tackling of life's biggest questions. I truly appreciate how varied Woody's career has been and his ardent pursuit to expand his art to fill almost every niche in the medium. From a film I had often heard referred to as a silly blip in Woody's filmography, I was delightfully surprised to find one of my favorite Woody Allen works. I want to believe this is Alvy Singer and Annie Hall, 15 years after we first met them and that they have enjoyed a happy and full marital existence. I don't simply choose to believe that because the main principal actors are the same, but rather because the script is excellent with dialogue that so purely captures the essence of a long-term marriage. Life isn't all sunshine and roses for the couple, they often quibble and disagree but one can see that the base of their relationship is love. There truly isn't anything I love filmed more than a realistic relationship, and that is exactly what one can expect in Manhattan Murder Mystery. Hopefully, you don't find yourself staking out a suspected murderer on date night often, but I do hope you have a relationship with ample love and acceptance and just enough rationale like the one Larry and Carol share. Who would have thought Woody Allen, the director who explores infidelity so often in his films, would give me such a loving authentic screen couple I can aspire towards.

I remember seeing "Manhattan Murder Mystery" in the theater back in 1993 and enjoying it (it's a great crowd movie); I saw it again today after about 20 years and it still holds up very well. It starts out as only mildly funny, but it gets progressively funnier, and can make you laugh out loud a number of times. The mystery plot is solid as well - this must be one of Woody Allen's strongest films plot-wise. And in the context of a lightweight comedy-murder mystery, Allen sneaks in an examination of a marital relationship, homages to some of his classic film favorites, and his profound love for New York. He also gives generous portions of the comedy to the other actors, Diane Keaton, Alan Alda, and Angelica Huston. As usual, Allen and Keaton make such a great team on the screen that you have to wonder why they haven't worked together again since 1993 - maybe even as the same characters from this film! *** out of 4.

Review: Haven't these people got anything interesting going on in there lives why they have to be spending all there time working out if there is a killer living in there building? Anyway, I enjoyed this old school murder mystery which is a bit far fetched in parts but you still want to find out if the neighbour is a murderer. It's good to see Woody Allen make a film which has nothing to do with relationships, although he does questioned Diane Keaton about her feelings for his friend half of the time. It's amazing how Allen doesn't really show any interest in the whole conspiracy until Keaton pairs up with Alda to unravel the clues, but that's what made the movie funny. When Huston gets introduced to Alda, she cleverly pieces the whole thing together which brings to light, the true crime that took place. Anyway, it's great writing by Allen and light hearted fun. Watchable!Round-Up: I much prefer the toned down version of Woody Allen to his usual million words per minute movies because you actually have a chance to get his jokes. The chemistry between the whole cast really does work and Anjelica Huston was a great addition to the crime busting pack of misfits. Although the movie came out in 1993, it's still watchable today and the storyline does get a little out of hand near the end but it's still enjoyable.Budget: $13.5million Worldwide Gross: $11millionI recommend this movie to people who are into there Woody Allen detective dramas, about a couple who try and work out if there neighbour is a murderer. 5/10

A middle-aged couple (Woody Allen and Diane Keaton) suspects foul play when their neighbor's wife suddenly drops dead.You know, how many films can you do about loving New York starring Woody Allen and Diane Keaton? Apparently a fair amount, as this film is one more on the pile -- and it is a pile of winners. Sure, you have Zach Braff's film debut that probably never should have happened, but that is forgivable.Who killed the neighbor? Why? Did anyone kill her? And then, is she even dead? This truly is a mystery, with ample amounts of comedy thrown in. And, because it is Woody humor, it is brilliant with its blend of easy jokes and more intellectual jabs (such as the reference to invading Poland while listening to Wagner).