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Mighty Aphrodite (1995)

"Of all human weaknesses, obsession is the most dangerous, and the silliest!"

6.719951h 35mEN
ComedyRomance

Directed by Woody Allen

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

September 13, 1995

Director

Woody Allen

Official Trailer

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Overview

When Lenny and his wife, Amanda, adopt a baby, Lenny realizes that his son is a genius and becomes obsessed with finding the boy's biological mother in hopes that she will be brilliant too. But when he learns that Max's mother is Linda Ash, a kindhearted prostitute and porn star, Lenny is determined...

Cast

Woody Allen

Woody Allen

Lenny

Mira Sorvino

Mira Sorvino

Linda Ash

Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter

Amanda

F. Murray Abraham

F. Murray Abraham

Chorleiter

Donald Symington

Donald Symington

Amanda's Father

Claire Bloom

Claire Bloom

Amanda's Mother

Olympia Dukakis

Olympia Dukakis

Jocasta

Michael Rapaport

Michael Rapaport

Kevin

David Ogden Stiers

David Ogden Stiers

Laius

Jack Warden

Jack Warden

Tiresias

Peter Weller

Peter Weller

Jerry Bender

Danielle Ferland

Danielle Ferland

Cassandra

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Mighty Aphrodite (1995), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When Lenny and his wife, Amanda, adopt a baby, Lenny realizes that his son is a genius and becomes obsessed with finding the boy's biological mother in hopes that she will be brilliant too. But when he learns that Max's mother is Linda Ash, a kindhearted prostitute and porn star, Lenny is determined to reform her immoral lifestyle. A Greek chorus chimes in to relate the plot to Greek mythology in this quirky comedy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Mighty Aphrodite. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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