Whatever Works (2009) — AI Story Visualization

Whatever Works (2009) Poster

Plot Analysis Summary

A cynical professor's life unravels as displaced Southern characters adapt to New York's liberal culture, finding unexpected love and philosophical acceptance.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Conservative Exodus & Urban Arrival

Photographic Rebellion & Marital Sabotage

Family Reunion & Hidden Truths

Accidental Collision & Philosophical Resolution

Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."

Directed by

Woody Allen

Key Cast

Rating: 7.1/10 (1,865 votes)