An older man befriends a kindhearted prostitute

This is a quirky comedy set in Manhattan, which is unsurprising with Woody Allen at the helm. The heart of the plot is reminiscent of "Hardcore" (1979) minus the gravity.

Both Helena Bonham Carter and Mira Sorvino were in their prime and look great in totally opposite ways. The flick is amusing, touching and ironic. I enjoyed the audacious Greek chorus element, something few filmmakers could pull off, but Woody does so effortlessly.

It was shot in Manhattan with the Greek chorus scenes done at Teatro Greco on Sicily, Italy.