Diane Keaton: A Life in Film

February 13–April 23

Diane Keaton (1946–2025) — multifaceted actor, director, producer, author, real estate developer and photographer — could boast more than 60 diverse credits across five decades. Her iconic roles span the cinematic spectrum, from long-suffering mob wife Kay Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola’s THE GODFATHER (1972) to the “la-di-da” heroine of Woody Allen’s ANNIE HALL (1977), a role which earned her an Academy Award® for Best Actress and turned her into a national fashion icon. Perhaps best known for her comedic output, Keaton proved herself equally adept at dramatic roles, with powerhouse performances in films such REDS (1981). During the 1980s and ‘90s, Keaton turned to directing — from feature narratives and documentaries to music videos and television, with the afterlife doc HEAVEN (1987) a particular standout (and presented in a new restoration in this series). A perennial box office favorite, she earned her fourth and final Academy Award® nomination for the acclaimed Nancy Meyers romantic comedy SOMETHING’S GOTTA GIVE, which will screen on Valentine’s Day. With this series, the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center pays tribute to the legendary actress whose storied career was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2017.