Women are trying to find another place to develop their talent, which lies in the compilation of a series of frequent puzzles. Based on her talent, the woman named Agnes moved to New York City, where she collaborated there with a man in a mystery tournament in Atlantic City. It is a new beginning, as Agnes becomes fully independent in New York City and begins to show her value and lead her life in a different kind and life that looks different.
As the character grows Macdonald's performance gets even more complex, and even when the story gets a little formulaic the emotional investment remains.
Despite this crying out to be described in jigsaw puns, I'll simply say that Kelly Macdonald as the blossoming Agnes blows everyone out of the water in a performance of subtle intensity and humour, and leave it at that.
Turtletaub goes deep on character, allowing Macdonald and Khan to reveal details of their lives, and also their dreams and fears, in a manner that's as natural as the charming piano score.
Thoroughly simplistic and profound, Puzzle is a poignant and insightful character study of domestic alienation looking to take some time off for poetic evaluation.
It was Danny Boyle's 1996 film Trainspotting that introduced audiences to then 20-year-old Kelly Macdonald. The Scottish actress delivers the performance of her career in her first lead role.
Kelly Macdonald shines in the lead. Her face is a powerfully expressive text ... representing hairpin turns of understanding and decision that are always convincing.
Turtletaub's direction and the trio of ace performances make "Puzzle" feel relatable and real; it's one of those movies where everything truly comes together.
