Chris, a former tennis pro, takes a job as an instructor and befriends his wealthy young student, Tom. After being introduced to his family, Chris is soon engaged to Tom's sister, Chloe. Despite the professional and financial advantages that this relationship affords him, Chris becomes obsessed with Tom's fiancee, American actress Nola.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 12 wins & 32 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Match Point isn't one of his truly great films, like Annie Hall or Manhattan, but it's a very good one; a sign that a career that seemed stalled is purring along once more.
– Moira MacDonald,
Seattle Times,
20 Jan 2006
fresh:
... a nifty little crowd pleaser ...
– Peter Howell,
Toronto Star,
20 Jan 2006
rotten:
Match Point is airless, repetitive.
– Roger Moore,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Jan 2006
fresh:
Match Point has a coiled, taut energy that's unusual for Allen.
– Rene Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
20 Jan 2006
fresh:
In every scene, Allen's direction is unflinchingly clear-eyed, and it's a pleasure being walked through London at the same unhurried pace that he's taken through Manhattan all these years.