"Last Tango in Paris" is a 1972 erotic drama film directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, starring Marlon Brando, Maria Schneider, and Jean-Pierre Aumont. The film's plot revolves around an American businessman, Paul, who becomes involved with a young French woman, Jeanne, in Paris.
Despite its critical and commercial success, the film has been surrounded by controversy, particularly regarding the allegations of exploitation and abuse made by Schneider against Brando during filming. Schneider was 19 years old during filming, while Brando was 48.
The film's performances, particularly Brando's, received widespread critical acclaim. Brando's portrayal of Paul is seen as a nuanced and complex exploration of masculinity, vulnerability, and eroticism.