Mighty Aphrodite (1995)

Name: Mighty Aphrodite
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1995
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Woody Allen, Mira Sorvino, Helena Bonham Carter, F. Murray Abraham, Donald Symington

1h 35m United States of America

Comedy Romance

Plot

In "Mighty Aphrodite," Lenny and his wife Amanda welcome an adopted baby into their lives, only for Lenny to discover that their son is exceptionally gifted. Driven by curiosity, he sets out to locate the boy's biological mother, hoping she shares the same brilliance. His search leads him to Linda Ash, a compassionate but troubled prostitute and porn star. Lenny becomes determined to help her turn her life around. Interwoven throughout the story, a Greek chorus offers commentary that connects the modern tale to themes from Greek mythology, adding a whimsical touch to this offbeat comedy.

Cast

Woody Allen Mira Sorvino Helena Bonham Carter F. Murray Abraham Donald Symington Claire Bloom Olympia Dukakis Michael Rapaport David Ogden Stiers Jack Warden Peter Weller Danielle Ferland Paul Giamatti Tony Sirico Pamela Blair