As a cultural artifact, it's a must-see

Rating: 6/10 (2 April 2018)

Hey, I'm not gonna lie, I watched "Annie Hall" to see what beat out "Star Wars" at the Oscars. And I can see why; it's a critical darling, and has left its own imprint on popular culture. Everything from sitcom to romantic comedy owes a debt to this movie.
I liked this movie well enough, primarily for the script. It's playful with staging and multiple fourth-wall breaks (Woody Allen at his funniest here), and written for an adult audience. And Diane Keaton's ditzy performance added a necessary dose of sweetness. On the other hand, It was Allen's presence that sucked a good deal of enjoyment, at least for me. Had I seen this movie forty yeas ago, his neuroticism would've probably seemed a lot fresher to me. As it is, it feels overplayed and grating.
But I also know I'll revisit this someday, and I'm probably in store for an epiphany. This just feels like one of those movies.
6/10