Allen, Woody BrE AmE
(1935–) an American film director who also acts in his own humorous films, which are often about people who live in New York City and have problems in their relationships. He typically appears as a character who is confused, anxious, and does not have much confidence. His films include Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex (1972), Annie Hall (1977), and Match Point (2005). He won Oscar ↑ award s for Annie Hall and for Hannah and Her Sisters (1986).