Woody Allen's autobiography 'Apropos of Nothing' released in Italy despite US cancellation

Woody Allen's autobiography 'Apropos of Nothing' (Italian title: 'A proposito di niente') was published in Italy by La nave di Teseo on April 9, 2020, after Hachette canceled its US release. The book, written by the 84-year-old filmmaker, offers a chronological account of his life from his Brooklyn childhood to his success in Manhattan, his passion for writing and jazz, and his relationships. Allen addresses the sexual abuse allegations made by his adopted daughter Dylan Farrow in 1992, which were dismissed in 1993 due to lack of credible evidence. He also discusses his relationship with Soon-Yi Previn, another adopted daughter of Mia Farrow, and criticizes Ronan Farrow's reporting. The publisher's head Elisabetta Sgarbi defended the release, separating legal judgment from aesthetic appreciation. The book is described as ironic and sincere, aiming to rediscover the pleasure of reading during quarantine.