Midnight in Paris (2011)

Paris is superb in this film. The romantic strolls, picturesque filming, along with perplexing (wink) verbiage to kill for makes this film a keeper (in the most romantic way possible). Even as a devout Woody Allen fan, it still came as a surprise to me that Owen Wilson could swing such a unique character. Could his lack of diversity be concealed by the amazing shots of one of my most favorite cities in the world (next to NYC, of course)?! Wilson's role as part Woody Allen, part TV Exec and a loyal (hypothetically) fiancé, just fits. He is funny, charismatic and definitely a traditional Woody character but in a 21st century manly way. I enjoyed this film due to its realism, while containing an imaginative plot. How can this be, you may ask? You'll have to check it out. If you are not a Woody fan, you should be. As far as the beautiful and talented, Rachel McAdams, she doesn't play much of a part. Mostly, because we all know of her from "Mean Girls" and she portrays the exact same character in this film. Boring. She plays it well (as usual), however we don't seek her presence like we usually do (whether its her beauty that is alluring or her talent - much like the recently outed 'diva' herself, Scarlett Johansson). McAdams' beauty is diminished by her characters social skills, family and situation. If you are in any way a dreamer, an artist, a Cole Porter/Woody fan - this film is for you. Run, don't walk (cheesy line) and see Woody's latest hit. 4 out of 5 stars (only because 'Annie Hall' can never be remade)!

Theater: Union Square Stadium 14, NYC