Problemista
Directed by Julio Torres · 2023 ·
Is Problemista worth watching?
Yes. Problemista (2023) earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 프라블러미스타 问题专家 大麻煩家 Problem Diyarı ศิลปะกับนางมารร้าย
🏆 1 nomination
A24 Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Problemista by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | Prime Video |
| Malaysia | Prime Video |
| Nigeria | Prime Video |
| Philippines | Prime Video |
| South Africa | Prime Video |
| Thailand | Prime Video |
| Turkey | Netflix |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (84%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
- Celluloid Score 73% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Problemista worth watching?
Yes — Problemista earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Julio Torres turns immigration bureaucracy into an inventive, prickly fantasy powered by distinctive visual wit and Tilda Swinton's fearless performance.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Problemista about?
An aspiring toy designer from El Salvador races to protect his US work visa by assisting an unpredictable New York art-world outcast, entering a bureaucratic maze as surreal as his own imagination.
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Critic Reviews
Problemista (2023) Review: Kafka With a Toy Designer's Eye
★★★★☆
Problemista is Julio Torres's surreal New York comedy about a Salvadoran toy designer racing to save his US visa, with Tilda Swinton as his impossible new employer.
Yes. It is an original, funny and quietly angry comedy, ideal for viewers who like deadpan surrealism, though its whimsy will frustrate anyone wanting a sturdier story.
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Problemista: frequently asked questions
Is Problemista worth watching?
Yes. Problemista (2023) has a Celluloid Score of 73%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Problemista?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in Indonesia; Prime Video in Malaysia; Prime Video in Nigeria; Prime Video in the Philippines. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Problemista?
Problemista runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
What is Problemista rated?
Problemista is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, R21 in Singapore and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Problemista?
Problemista is directed by Julio Torres and stars Julio Torres, Tilda Swinton, RZA, Greta Lee, Catalina Saavedra.
What is the Metascore for Problemista?
Metacritic's Metascore for Problemista is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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