By Chlotrudis Independent Film Society
Rating: 3 cats
Director: Julio Torres
Starring: Catalina Saavedra | Isabella Rossellini | Julio Torres | RZA | Tilda Swinton
Year: 2024
Running time: 104
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15078804/reference/
Michael says: “I was fairly underwhelmed. Tilda Swinton was her usual self, entertaining to watch, but the film struck an odd tone between zany/funny and melancholy/dour, which didn’t really work for me. Unfortunately, I saw it at the 2023 PIFF, so the details are a little hazy, so I doubt I can help you remember if you saw it! I would have given it 2 1/2 cats.”
Aaron says: “I liked PROBLEMISTA! It can go overboard on quirk and whimsy, but it feels original, bold, and personal. The absurdist humor is just askew enough to resist easy comparisons and dips into dark places, and while not everything lands, I think it’s a funny-sad treat. 3.5 Cats”
Cheryl responds: “I also liked it! I think I wrote a review. Agree that is was a bit over the top but I thought it was funny and original.”
Jeff says: “I came to PROBLEMISTA for Julio Torres, whose TV series, LOS ESPOOKYS, I totally enjoyed. I thought PROBLEMISTA had the same kind of spirit, and I had a good time watching it. I’m looking forward to more from Mr. Torres.”