A family of rich liberal Upper East Siders are involved in the lessons of life as though it were a musical from the 1930's. The extended family of liberal lawyer Bob includes a do-gooder wife, daughters, son, grandfather, German maid, stepdaughter and even the ex-husband. While the story concerns love and engagements, a number of scenes are set in music to the traditions of the old musicals where lines would lead into songs and dances.

Tracey Ullman and Liv Tyler filmed scenes for this film, but all were cut by director Woody Allen to reduce running time.

Joe:
In a relationship, it is better to be the leaver than the leavee.

Crew or equipment visible: The camera and Woody Allen are reflected in a mirror during the dance scene in the jewelry store.

Written by Raymond Klages and Jesse Greer
Arranged and Conducted by Dick Hyman
Performed by Ed Norton, Olivia Hayman, Vivian Cherry, Diva Gray, Arlene
Martell, Helen Miles, Paul Evans, & Dick Hyman and the New York Studio Players
Itzhak Pearlman, violin
Navah Pearlman, piano
Jon Gordon, alto sax