Reviews were mixed in both France and in the U.S. Georges Sadoul praised the film 's ability to speak to young people , while H. Chapier criticized the film but praised Leaud 's performance . Tom Milne called it Godard 's " most complex film to date . " Pauline Kael said that it was " that rare achievement : a work of grace and beauty in a contemporary setting . " Andrew Sarris called it " the film of the season . " Judith Crist said that it had " flashes of original wit and contemporary perceptions . " Bosley Crowther disliked the film and called it " entertainment of only the most loose and spotty sort . " Gene Moskowitz called it " naive and knowing , irratating and engaging . " The film was selected for screening as part of the Cannes Classics section at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival
2016 Cannes Film Festival
2016 Cannes Film Festival
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