Zelig

Movie / Show Details

Woody Allen directs and stars in this 1983 mockumentary following Leonard Zelig, a man whose psychological need to fit in causes him to physically and mentally transform into whoever surrounds him. Allen’s character becomes a curiosity, then a celebrity, as he undergoes treatment from psychiatrist Dr. Eudora Fletcher, played by Mia Farrow. When Zelig’s troubled past catches up with him, Fletcher must track him down across the globe. The film uses innovative editing to seamlessly insert the fictional Zelig into genuine 1920s newsreel footage alongside real historical figures, creating a clever blend of fact and fiction.

This is a single-disc DVD release from Orion Pictures with a runtime of 79 minutes and a PG rating. Allen’s inventive approach to the mockumentary format showcases technical achievements that were groundbreaking for its era, combining comedy with thematic depth. Grab this used copy and experience a distinctive piece of cinema history.