"It's not that I'm afraid to die, I just don't want to be there when it happens."
About Woody Allen
Heywood Allen, known as Woody Allen, is an American filmmaker, actor, writer, and comedian. In a career spanning eight decades, he has written for film, television, and theater. Allen has received many accolades, including the most wins and nominations for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
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