This is among Woody Allen’s finest works, second in my estimation to Hannah and Her Sisters. I don't usually get caught up in what people call “great acting” – I tend to focus on the writing and direction. However, the performances here consistently knock me out, to the point where I almost forget about the filmmaking itself. From the very beginning, I’m completely absorbed. There's a particular line, appearing rough…

Coming out amidst the publicity surrounding Allen and Farrow’s split and his relationship with Soon-Yi, HUSBANDS AND WIVES offers a pointed and timely exploration of marital problems within two couples: Gabe (Allen) and Judy (Farrow, who concludes her collaboration with Allen after 13 films), and their friends Jack (Pollack) and Sally (Davis). The film employs an unusual, somewhat shaky camera style—a departure fr…