Puzzle
Puzzle

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Puzzle

2018
Movie
103 min
English

After years of caring exclusively for the needs of her husband and children, Agnes, a devoted housewife living in a small town near New York, has found something she really enjoys doing: solving puzzles.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users80%
Director: Marc TurtletaubGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Agnes, a devoted suburban wife and mother, feels stifled by her monotonous life and her predictable routines. Her world begins to change when she discovers a passion for jigsaw puzzles, which leads her to a new friendship and the possibility of a different future. As she delves deeper into the competitive puzzling world, she must confront her own desires and redefine her identity beyond her prescribed roles.

Critical Reception

Puzzle received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sensitive exploration of a woman's journey of self-discovery and Kelly Macdonald's nuanced performance. While some found the pacing a bit slow, the film was largely appreciated for its quiet intensity and relatable themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Kelly Macdonald's compelling central performance.

  • Appreciated for its thoughtful portrayal of a woman's quiet awakening.

  • Some critics noted a deliberate, slow-burn pacing.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Puzzle,' highlighting Kelly Macdonald's strong performance and the film's relatable story about finding oneself. Many viewers connected with Agnes's journey and appreciated the film's emotional depth, though some found the plot to be a bit predictable.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by a 2005 New York Times Magazine article titled 'Getting Agitated' by Cordelia Biddle.

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Johan

Johan

Not a bad wistful movie, but a somewhat familiar one. At the center is the neglected, underappreachited housewife who only needs a nudge to wake up and step into the world. The movie is all about that awakening; and the ending is thankfully...