In ‘Problemista,’ Tilda Swinton and Julio Torres pay homage to problematic New Yorkers

'Problemista,' directed by Julio Torres and starring Tilda Swinton, explores the lives of troublesome New Yorkers engaging in surreal, hopeful adventures.

The film 'Problemista,' marking Julio Torres’ directorial debut, delves into the eccentric and surreal experiences of problematic individuals in New York, centering around the unlikely connection and adventures of its main characters, Alejandro and Elizabeth. Their journey, interspersed with challenges as well as surreal and fantastical elements, ultimately conveys themes of hope and optimism.