On a small town college campus, a philosophy professor in existential crisis gives his life new purpose when he enters into a relationship with his student.
Acting
Phoenix's slouchy, rumpled desperation is peak 'sad professor' energy.
Writing
Conversations about Kant that somehow lead to murder plotting.
Cinematography
Golden Rhode Island light making ethical rot look gorgeous.
Director
Woody Allen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Woody Allen shot this back-to-back with 'Magic in the Moonlight' — both explore rationalism vs. irrational forces, but this one's way grimmer.
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