Play It Again, Sam

"It's still the same old story, a fight for love and glory."

May 5 1972 PG 1h 25m
Comedy, Romance

A neurotic film critic obsessed with the movie Casablanca (1942) attempts to get over his wife leaving him by dating again with the help of a married couple and his illusory idol, Humphrey Bogart.

Plot

A mild mannered film critic is dumped by his wife and his ego is crushed. His hero persona is the tough guy played by Humphrey Bogart in many of his movies and the apparition of Bogart begins showing up to give him advice. With the encouragement of his two married friends, he actually tries dating again, with less than satisfactory results, until he relaxes.

Written by

Woody Allen

Directed by

Herbert Ross

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Paramount

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
28,612
Average Rating
7.6 out of 10
Metascore
77
Popularity
NA