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It’s a near-catastrophic narrative oversight that, like a handful of other plot holes, reeks of studio meddling by Warner Bros. after early test screenings failed to meet expectations.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

Richard Lamb, a 70-year-old retired federal law enforcement officer who lives in Spotsylvania, Va., said he enjoyed “The Widow,” but did find some plot holes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Apparent plot holes have also been spotted by viewers - including the father of one of the main characters seemingly dying twice.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

Last year, Allen told Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” that the only reason he wanted to do the show was because the movie had too many plot holes.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2023

The fablelike movie describes a life spent indoors, with a droll, semidetached tone that makes it easy to overlook the plot holes.

From New York Times • Jun. 10, 2022