Topic: Cooking

Direction Tom Vitale · Sally Freeman · Michael Steed · Toby Oppenheimer

Cast Anthony Bourdain · David Holloway · Eric Ripert · Tom Vitale

Synopsis Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (TV Series) (2013) sees the renowned chef and author embark on a global culinary and cultural adventure after transitioning from his successful Travel Channel series. The show, which aired on CNN, follows Bourdain as he ventures...

Direction Joji Matsuoka · Kazuyoshi Kumakiri · Fumio Nomoto · Nobuhiro Yamashita

Cast Kaoru Kobayashi · Yutaka Matsushige · Ken Mitsuishi · Toshiki Ayata

Synopsis Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories (TV Series) (2009) is a Japanese television series that aired from 2009 to 2014. It weaves together numerous tales of everyday individuals who frequent a late-night eatery, known as a "shinya shokudo," which operates from midnight...

Direction Christopher Storer · Joanna Calo · Ramy Youssef

Cast Jeremy Allen White · Ebon Moss-Bachrach · Ayo Edebiri · Lionel Boyce

Synopsis The Bear (TV Series) (2022) follows the journey of a talented chef who leaves behind the sophisticated realm of fine dining to take over his family's struggling sandwich shop in Chicago. The series delves into the challenges and triumphs he...

Direction Gwang Jin · Sung-Yoon Kim

Cast Park Seo-joon · Kwon Na Ra · Ahn Bo-Hyun · Kim Da-mi

Synopsis Itaewon Class (TV Series) (2020) unfolds over 16 episodes, set in the vibrant streets of Seoul. The narrative follows a recently released ex-convict and his loyal companions as they strive to overcome formidable adversaries to realize their dream of opening...

Direction David Gelb · Clay Jeter · Brian McGinn · Andrew Fried

Synopsis Chef's Table (TV Series) (2015) offers an intimate glimpse into the lives and culinary domains of some of the globe's most celebrated chefs. Each installment of this series concentrates on an individual chef, delving into their personal journeys, distinctive culinary...

Direction Yoshitomo Yonetani

Synopsis Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma (TV Series) (2015) follows the journey of Soma Yukihira, a young prodigy in the culinary arts, raised in his family's small restaurant. Known for his innovative and sometimes unconventional dishes, Soma's world is turned upside...

Direction Chen Xiaoqing

Cast Yang Chen

Direction David Gelb

Synopsis Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) delves into the life of 85-year-old sushi artisan Jiro Ono, who operates his celebrated eatery, Sukiyabashi Jiro, in the subterranean level of a Tokyo business complex. The documentary chronicles Jiro's unyielding dedication to his craft...

Direction Gabriel Axel

Cast Stéphane Audran · Jean-Philipe Lafont · Gudmar Wivesson · Jarl Kulle

Synopsis Babette's Feast (1987) unfolds in the 19th century in a secluded Danish village, where two grown sisters reside with their father, a revered pastor of a small, insular Protestant congregation. Both sisters have genuine chances to depart from the village...

Direction Jon Maia

Direction Ang Lee

Cast Sihung Lung · Yang Kuei-mei · Wu Chien-Lien · Yu-Wen Wang

Synopsis Eat Drink Man Woman (1994) centers around Master Chef Chu (Sihung Lung), who meticulously crafts a sumptuous Sunday dinner for his three grown daughters. However, the family's dining experience is lackluster, reflecting their overall disinterest in life. Chu has lost...

Direction Les Blank

Cast Antzonini Del Puerto · Kathleen Bendel · Harrod Blank · Mary T. Brown

Synopsis Garlic Is As Good As Ten Mothers (1980) delves into the rich and pungent history of garlic, exploring its significance and cultural impact. The film features engaging conversations with chefs, garlic enthusiasts, and historians, each sharing their unique perspectives and...

Direction Hwang In-Roe

Cast Kim Seung-woo · Choi Jae-sung · Nam Tae-Hyun

Synopsis Midnight Diner (TV Series) (2015) is a captivating television series that spans 20 episodes. Set in a quaint eatery that operates exclusively after midnight, the show revolves around a skilled chef affectionately known as 'Master' (Kim Seung Woo). Unlike traditional...

Direction Sarah Adina Smith · Bert · Bertie · Tara Miele

Cast Brie Larson · Lewis Pullman · Aja Naomi King · Stephanie Koenig

Synopsis Lessons in Chemistry (2023) is a captivating TV miniseries consisting of 8 episodes, set in the 1950s. The story revolves around Elizabeth Zott, a woman with a passion for science who faces significant obstacles due to societal norms that confine...

Direction Brad Bird

Synopsis Ratatouille (2007) follows the tale of a Parisian rat named Remy who harbors an extraordinary ambition to become a celebrated French chef. Torn between his familial obligations and his true passion, Remy forms an unlikely alliance with Linguini, a clumsy...

Direction Alex Gibney

Synopsis Cooked (TV Miniseries) (2016) delves into the fundamental elements of nature—fire, water, air, and earth—to present an illuminating and captivating journey through the history of food preparation. This series examines how cooking has shaped our understanding of food and its...

Direction David Gelb · Andrew Fried · Clay Jeter

Cast Alexandre Couillon · Alain Passard · Adeline Grattard · Michel Troisgros

Synopsis Chef's Table: France (TV Series) (2016) offers an intimate glimpse into the personal and professional worlds of France's most celebrated chefs. Each installment of this captivating series concentrates on an individual chef, delving into their distinctive culinary philosophies, personal journeys,...

Direction Joji Matsuoka · Nobuhiro Yamashita

Cast Kaoru Kobayashi · Jô Odagiri · Mansaku Fuwa · Reiko Kataoka

Synopsis Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories (TV Miniseries) (2016) presents a collection of tales centered around the unique bonds formed among patrons of a late-night eatery, the only place open during the small hours. The diner's owner and chef often plays a...

Direction Gertjan Zwanikken · Karen Soeters

Synopsis Meat the Truth (2008) is a prominent documentary that serves as a follow-up to previous films focused on climate change. While these earlier works have effectively raised public awareness about global warming, they have often overlooked a critical factor contributing...

Direction Diane Paulus · Jessie Nelson · Brett Sullivan

Cast Sara Bareilles · Joe Tippett · Caitlin Houlahan · Drew Gehling

Synopsis Waitress: The Musical (2023) follows Jenna Hunterson, portrayed by Sara Bareilles, a talented pie baker working as a waitress in a small town, trapped in an unfulfilling marriage. A nearby county's baking competition presents Jenna with an opportunity to break...