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WOODY ALLEN90: Starting September 29, nine iconic titles from the master of American comedy return to cinemas to celebrate his 90th birthday!

On the occasion of Woody Allen’s 90th birthday, Minerva Pictures, Filmclub Distribuzione, and Rarovideo Channel celebrate one of the most iconic filmmakers of all time by bringing back to cinemas an exclusive selection of his most celebrated works.

The WOODY ALLEN90 collection presents some of the director’s most representative films, where irreverent humor and existential reflections intertwine in perfect balance. From vibrant ensemble comedies to subtle explorations of human fragility, the selection spans the full expressive range of Allen’s cinema, from lighthearted brilliance to more melancholic and philosophical tones.

Dates and Screenings

Match Point (2005), in cinemas from September 29.
Opening the collection is Match Point, returning to theaters 20 years after its first sensational release. Presented Out of Competition at the Cannes Film Festival, the film received 4 Golden Globe nominations and an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Scarlett Johansson star in this noir drama exploring themes of lust, greed, luck, and morality.

Mighty Aphrodite (1995), in cinemas from October 6.
Thirty years after its original release, this romantic comedy returns to theaters, exploring the complications of an unconventional relationship. The film features a stellar cast including Woody Allen, Helena Bonham Carter, Peter Weller, F. Murray Abraham, and Paul Giamatti, with Mira Sorvino in the role that earned her both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress.

Sweet and Lowdown (2000), in cinemas from October 13.
A fascinating tribute to jazz and artistic talent, nominated for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globes for Sean Penn (Best Actor) and Samantha Morton (Best Supporting Actress). Alongside them, a strong cast including Anthony LaPaglia, Uma Thurman, Woody Allen, and John Waters. Shot in mockumentary style, the film explores the lights and shadows of musical genius through the story of a guitarist as talented as he is tormented.

Everyone Says I Love You (1996), in cinemas from October 20.
Another ode to love, this musical comedy portrays its many facets, with nods to classic Hollywood cinema and the Marx Brothers. The cast features Julia Roberts, Edward Norton, Natalie Portman, Drew Barrymore, Goldie Hawn, and Tim Roth.

Bullets Over Broadway (1994), in cinemas from October 27.
An irresistible comedy blending gangster movie and theatrical satire, nominated for seven Academy Awards. An extraordinary cast enhances the film: Dianne Wiest (Oscar and Golden Globe winner for Best Supporting Actress), John Cusack, Jack Warden, Tracey Ullman, Rob Reiner, Mary-Louise Parker, Jennifer Tilly, Harvey Fierstein, and Chazz Palminteri.

Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008), in cinemas from November 3.
The most captivating love triangle in contemporary cinema: a tale of passion and desire set against the enchanting Spanish coast. Screened Out of Competition at Cannes, the film won the Golden Globe for Best Comedy and earned Penélope Cruz the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The cast also includes Scarlett Johansson and Javier Bardem.

Small Time Crooks (2000), in cinemas from November 10.
Marking its 25th anniversary, this brilliant crime comedy returns to theaters, blending humor, irony, and sharp social critique. The story follows an ex-convict who, with the help of unlikely accomplices, plans a heist that takes an entirely unexpected turn. Woody Allen and Tracey Ullman (Golden Globe nominee for Best Actress) star alongside Hugh Grant, Jon Lovitz, Elaine May, Elaine Stritch, George Grizzard, and Michael Rapaport.

Celebrity (1998), in cinemas from November 17.
A biting portrait of fame obsession, with Leonardo DiCaprio, Winona Ryder, Melanie Griffith, Kenneth Branagh, Joe Mantegna, Judy Davis, Michael Lerner, Hank Azaria, and Charlize Theron navigating a world consumed by vanity and the relentless pursuit of success at any cost.

Deconstructing Harry (1997), in cinemas from November 24.
Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, this film delves into the fractured psyche of writer Harry Block, forced to confront the fictional characters he has created. The cast includes Woody Allen, Billy Crystal, Amy Irving, Tobey Maguire, Demi Moore, Robin Williams, Judy Davis, and Stanley Tucci.

Picking Up the Pieces (2000), in cinemas from December 1.
Directed by Alfonso Arau, this dark comedy stars Woody Allen as a butcher on the run after a murder. Seeking refuge in Mexico, his escape takes an unpredictable and surreal turn. Misunderstandings and twists follow in an escalation of tension and irony, resulting in an irreverent and irresistible black comedy.