
Puzzle of a Downfall Child
Directed by Jerry Schatzberg
Produced by Universal Pictures, Jerrold Schatzberg Productions
A harrowing psychological portrait of a model's mental and moral collapse, told through fragmented memory and psychiatric introspection.
Lou Andreas Sand, a once famous model, recalls her past as she tries to make success in the modeling world of New York, her stressful workdays, her affair with Mark, an advertising executive, her friendship with photographer Aaron, and her downward spiral into ruin.
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Is Puzzle of a Downfall Child sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.
Does Puzzle of a Downfall Child end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 98% of films.
Is Puzzle of a Downfall Child easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is Puzzle of a Downfall Child scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is Puzzle of a Downfall Child violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Puzzle of a Downfall Child
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Puzzle of a Downfall Child
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Puzzle of a Downfall Child, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Puzzle of a Downfall Child, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Puzzle of a Downfall Child, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

























































