Allen v. Farrow (HBO)

About Allen v. Farrow (HBO)

"Allen v. Farrow" is a 2021 four-part American documentary miniseries that explores the 1992 accusation that Woody Allen sexually molested his adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow. The HBO series, directed by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering, critically examines the high-profile legal battle between Woody Allen and Mia Farrow, turning a spotlight on the cultural consequences and the private family fallout.

Making / Production

The documentary is directed by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering, with producers including HBO. It involves in-depth interviews, historical footage, home videos, court documents, and police evidence. It took three years to compile and create the series, showcasing a thorough and detailed analysis of the allegations and the associated trials.

Actors

• Mia Farrow: The award-winning actress is a central figure in the documentary, providing her own perspective and experiences in relation to the case.
• Dylan Farrow: Woody Allen's adoptive daughter who made the allegations of sexual abuse. The documentary extensively features her recollections.
• Ronan Farrow: The investigative journalist and Dylan's brother is featured as a supportive figure in the documentary.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The documentary features never-before-seen home video footage and other evidence, including Dylan's unpublished firsthand accounts.
• Several of Woody Allen's movies are analyzed within the documentary, to illustrate the alleged obsession with young girls.
• Despite the allegations and familial tumult, Woody Allen has enjoyed a lengthy and successful film career.

Awards

As of the time of writing, "Allen v. Farrow" has not yet received any awards.

Quotes

• Mia Farrow: "I remember struggling to breathe."
• Dylan Farrow: "He was always hunting me."
• Ronan Farrow: "My family deserves truth and justice."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series primarily features a haunting and gripping background score, that creates a nail-biting suspense throughout the show.