Hollywood Ending

Hollywood Ending

It's going to be a shot in the dark!

Directed by Woody Allen

Produced by Gravier Productions, Capitol Films

2002112 min6.5 / 10

A neurotic romantic comedy about a washed-up director's desperate comeback attempt that hinges on literal and figurative blindness, blending Allen's trademark self-aware humor with themes of creative crisis and second chances.

Woody Allen stars as Val Waxman, a two-time Oscar winner turned washed-up, neurotic director in desperate need of a comeback. When it comes, Waxman finds himself backed into a corner: Work for his ex-wife Ellie or forfeit his last shot. Is Val blinded by love when he opts for the reconnect? Is love blind when it comes to Ellie's staunch support? Literally and figuratively, the proof is the picture.

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  • Is Hollywood Ending violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Hollywood Ending easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is Hollywood Ending scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Does Hollywood Ending end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Hollywood Ending sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity52

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise52

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love45

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Hollywood Ending

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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Hollywood Ending, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Hollywood Ending, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Hollywood Ending, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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