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By Graves Hopper

Updated 29 March 2023

License	pd
Usage	Public domain

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1983 film by Woody Allen

Zelig

Released	1983 (39 years, 6 months ago)

Director	Woody Allen
Duration	71 minutes
Genre	comedy film
Nominated for	Academy Award for Best Cinematography and Academy Award for Best Costume Design
Composer	Dick Hyman
Production company	Orion Pictures and Warner Bros.
Country of origin	United States of America
Screenwriter	Woody Allen
Producer	Robert Greenhut

About Zelig

Woody Allen's 1983 film Zelig is a mockumentary that explores the life of Leonard Zelig, a man who has the ability to transform his appearance to fit in with any social group. The film is a satirical take on the human desire to conform and be accepted by society.

Allen's use of black and white footage and interviews with real-life figures such as Susan Sontag and Saul Bellow add to the film's authenticity. The film's special effects, which seamlessly integrate Zelig into historical footage, were groundbreaking for their time.

Zelig received critical acclaim upon its release, with many praising Allen's direction and the film's unique concept. It was nominated for two Academy Awards and won the BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Overall, Zelig is a witty and thought-provoking film that continues to be a favorite among Allen's fans. Its commentary on conformity and the human desire to fit in is still relevant today.

References:

- Ebert, R. (1983, July 15). Zelig. RogerEbert.com. https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/zelig-1983

- Maslin, J. (1983, July 15). Woody Allen's 'Zelig'. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/1983/07/15/movies/woody-allen-s-zelig.html

- Zelig. (n.d.). British Film Institute. https://www.bfi.org.uk/films-tv-people/4ce2b6b7a5f2c