Last Tango in Paris (1972)

So, I decided again to watch a classic from a while back. It's a supremely odd movie. The plot makes no sense--and doesn't really try to. It's pretty cliche, actually, as are the metaphorical events and characters. Not sure why the famous NYT review by Pauline Kael is such a big deal. The acting is a sort of high point...very weird stuff...very spontaneous feeling. I guess the language and content would have seemed very daring in 1972? They too are just sort of dull and cliche now. Techinically, I don't think the film has anything to offer today's audiences, either. Seriously, there is no reason to watch this film for the contemporary audience. It is a historical curiousity. Wanna watch a classic from the 70's? Try "Planet of the Apes" or maybe "Soylent Green" or something. Late 60s? Try "Blow Up".