It is the story of a woman (Greta Gervig) who falls in love with a married man (Ethan Hawke) after a struggle with reality. Within a short period, that woman falls into a new path where she becomes emotional and strategically reunited with his ex-wife (Julianne Moore) after a long period of separation.
Maggie's Plan highlights Moore's comedic capabilities, which we unfortunately don't get to see very often. And Gerwig proves that her quirky attitude is not limited to one role but can change and morph to showcase her talents.
Something between Shakespeare, Woody Allen and Noah Baumbach, a cautionary tale filled with Manhattanite wit and small moments that have the ring of truth.
It's fun seeing characters recognize the terrible mistakes they've made in their romantic choices, and while Maggie's plan might not be the most realistic, it's one that makes complete sense within the world of these characters.