Woody Allen is well known for writing excellent female
characters. They are realistic, they delve into the feminine psyche in a way
most male writers never even attempt let alone achieve, and they are great
roles for actresses. I’m not sure any other single director has been
responsible for directing more actresses to Oscar nominations, at least while
also failing to equal the feat for male actors. When you think of the iconic
female characters he’s written it’s like a treasure trove of great female roles:
Annie Hall; Maria Elena (Vicky Cristina Barcelona); Linda Ash (Mighty
Aphrodite). His titular character in Blue
Jasmine might very well be his best creation since Annie Hall.
