Putzel (2012)

Name: Putzel
Director: Jason Chaet
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2012-10-10
Duration: 1 h 28 min
Cast: Jack Carpenter, Melanie Lynskey, Susie Essman, Jarlath Conroy

Comedy

Director: Jason Chaet

Cast: Jack Carpenter, Melanie Lynskey, Susie Essman, Jarlath Conroy

Runtime88 min

RatingNR

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For Walter, a young man endearingly known as "Putzel," life literally doesn't go beyond his neighborhood on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Walter's dreams of taking over his family's smoked fish emporium are disrupted by the arrival of Sally, who starts a relationship with his about-to-retire and very-married uncle. In order to secure his future, Walter attempts to thwart the budding romance and falls for Sally too - throwing everyone's lives into hilarious chaos.

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With its quirky, endearing ensemble led by Jack Carpenter, Putzel (2012) directed by Jason Chaet offers a charming comedic exploration of a young man's struggle to secure his future and find his place in the world. Blending heartwarming character dynamics with a lively Upper West Side setting, this film delivers a hilarious yet poignant look at the challenges of staying true to oneself amidst the pressures of family and romance.

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Putzel is a 2012 American romantic dramedy film. Co-written and directed by Jason Chaet in his feature directorial debut, it stars Jack Carpenter, Melanie Lynskey, John Pankow, and Susie Essman. Putzel premiered at the Woodstock Film Festival on October 13, 2012, and was made purchasable through iTunes on April 8, 2014. Its title derives from the Yiddish word for "little fool".