Reviews

For years Woody Allen sealed himself off from the accusations through smear campaigns, massive PR, loyalists in the industry, a devoted fan base and by simply ignoring the problem(s) he caused. Now finally two journalists have taken an independent look at the evidence, viewed court documents, talked to witnesses and of course to the family. The picture that results from that effort (it took three years) is probably the most complete one that was ever drawn. One side of that tragedy participated, the other didn't (although both where approached pretty much from the beginning of the project). The result is harrowing. Could it have been more nuanced? Sure. But with the lack of participation of a party, what are you going to do? Draw back to archived material. This is mixed in with new interviews of witnesses, experts and the family as well as analysis of proceedings on and of paper. Although this first episode already a pretty sweeping blow, there are 3 more episodes to come. I am looking forward to those anxiously, wondering what other stomach-turning revelations will be there (for me, since I didn't know that much about it so far).