Woody Allen takes on Paris

It could only be a matter a time of course. Mr. Allen who is famous for his New York City based films, slowly spread his wings and flew across the pond to Europe to tackle on neurosis overseas. With films like Match Point, Vicky Cristina Barcelona and You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger he has slowly begun to explore the potential for Americans to have their misadventures abroad. So it seems to be with his next film Midnight in Paris. The film is a romantic comedy about a family traveling to Paris on a business trip. In the family party is a young engaged couple played by Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams. No this is not a follow up to Wedding Crashers- but hopefully it will bring about equal laughs.

Other than an elegant backdrop the film also sports a strong supporting cast, including Marion Cotillard, Adrien Brody and Kathy Bates. Of course Carla Bruni is also in it...since she is the first lady of France, would Woody have it any other way? Interestingly enough this lacks a past muse in the picture, but perhaps he has moved on and has set his sights on McAdams for that. Either way, I'm excited for this film to come out in late Spring.