Problemista
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Synopsis
Alejandro is an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life in NY. As time runs out on his work visa, a job assisting an erratic art-world outcast becomes his only hope to stay in the country.
Cast
- Julio Torres
- Tilda Swinton
- RZA
- Isabella Rossellini
- Catalina Saavedra
- James Scully
- Laith Nakli
- Spike Einbinder
- Logan J. Alarcon-Poucel
- Greta Lee
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- Mar 13, 2023
The way Tilda had her phone light on every moment really spoke to me
LeviMar 4, 2024tilda swinton as meryl streep in the devil wears prada if she were constantly on cocaine
zoë rose bryantJun 2, 2023😭the first film to capture the intimacy of someone saving your voice message <3
pbpuffin - Feb 29, 2024
i’m sorry i was trapped in this can and scaring you was the only way out
schaidsMar 4, 2024julio torres is remarkably good at saying “oh no”
nolanMar 13, 2023a guggenheim grant to pursue being cute in the arts
hunter - Mar 14, 2023
no thoughts, just ale & his bouncy lil gay walk
em 🌟Mar 13, 2023“I STAND WITH BANK OF AMERICA!” I LOVED PROBLEMISTA SO MUCH! The story of a guy who’s doing EVERYTHING to get a visa. Although is a really funny film, I couldn’t avoid crying. This a nightmare for many people in the United States, so I’m happy this story is being told. I…
Sergio Muñoz EsquerFeb 26, 2024The Devil Wears Prada for people with a creative spirit, an anxiety disorder, and a dream.
Claire Fogarty
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- Jen likedProblemista
This is a weird movie that has a lot of anger through out it. However, I liked the messages in it about believing in yourself and putting yourself first in life so you aren’t walked on.
nevan likedProblemistaeveryone needs to look out for julio torres, who is already making some truly great surrealist queer works with plenty of wholly unique themes and elements. as enjoyable as it is awkward and painful, but ultimately heartwarming and rewarding. stunning colors, and of course tilda
Jimmy Cricket lovedProblemistaA unique and very funny film about the American dream and the immigrant experience. There’s surprising poignancy in the story with Tilda Swinton’s character and her tale of grief. The “surrealism” in the film isn’t weird for the sake of weird, it has an emotional aspect to it.
- Jonathan Arroyo lovedProblemista
One of the most creative movies I’ve ever seen. Amazing performances by everyone involved. Strong highlights of the inefficiencies of the immigration process and bank policies in place for almost no logical reason but to steal your money. Stellar dialogue. 9.5/10
Jayjayj625 lovedProblemistaVery much enjoyed the critique of the financial and immigration systems that are created to keep people down. Especially immigration do this, pay this, but you can’t work so figure it out. Mixed with comedy and magic realism. It’s a must watch. Loved Alejandro.
majd likedProblemistavery creative and artistic which made it very compelling and intriguing in a way + had a satisfying ending. tilda was great in this tbh (as always), nominations need to come her way for this. juilo’s mind is exquisite, his brain needs to be studied lmao.
- Kward0610 lovedProblemista
One of the most surreal and fantastical films of the year. A film that shows how to stand up for yourself, how to keep dreaming and the hardships immigrants face in the US. Great acting and incredible direction with a brilliant script.
Bonnie likedProblemistaIf you’re into surrealism watch this film. I loved the themes and some of the scenes were so relatable. It shows how US immigration sets you up to fail in its flawed system. It’s quirky and weird but there’s a lot to take from it. 7
AMock likedProblemista7.5/10 Pretty wacky and creative. Tilda Swinton gives the best performance I’ve seen from her. It felt very original and refreshing compared to most of the movies we’ve been getting lately. I wish more were made like this
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- AAAda Alozie
Fun debut by a director with a vibrant voice!
BHBryan Herrerawasn't expecting much, beginning was a bit rough but 2nd and 3rd acts were great def worth a watch
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Jul 11, 2024
Swinton is massively overblown and Torres too wispy and diffident to balance things out.
Wendy Ide
The Observer (UK)
Mar 1, 2024
Problemista invokes the simplicity of myth without ever letting its characters become simplistic.
Alex Harrison
Screen Rant
Feb 26, 2024
The film doesn’t lock on a target long enough for it to work up a head of steam as satire about the art world and how it thrives on nepotism, let alone one about the frustrations of the immigration process.
Ed Gonzalez
Slant Magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Problemista (2023) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Problemista (2023)?
The movie is 1hr 38min long.
What's Problemista (2023) about?
Alejandro is an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life in NY. As time runs out on his work visa, a job assisting an erratic art-world outcast becomes his only hope to stay in the country.
Who's the cast of Problemista (2023)?
- Julio Torres as Alejandro
- Tilda Swinton as Elizabeth
- RZA as Bobby
- Isabella Rossellini as Narrator
- Catalina Saavedra as Dolores
- James Scully as Bingham
- Laith Nakli as Khalil
- Spike Einbinder as Spray
- Logan J. Alarcon-Poucel as Young Alejandro
- Greta Lee as Dalia
Who's the director behind Problemista (2023)?
Julio Torres directed Problemista (2023).
Who produced Problemista (2023)?
Ali Herting, Dave McCary and Emma Stone produced Problemista (2023).
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