This movie is basically a two hour food porn movie with gorgeous production designs, wonderful performances, and absolutely fantastic cooking atmospheres throughout. Filmmaker Tran Anh Hung's direction was tender and sweet as Hung was able to capture the atmosphere and tone really well. His previous works like "The Scent of Green Papaya, Cyclo, and The Vertical Ray of the Sun" were pretty great and while his more recent works haven't been great, I am happy to hear Hung was able to come back with this gorgeous movie.
Throughout, the production designs, colors, camerawork, and sound designs are amazing. Many of the food moments where the characters are cooking and demonstrating their works are absolutely amazing. As someone who enjoys seeing various food around different cultures, seeing the various French cuisines being cooked and people mastering their own crafts is satisfying and admittedly, made me hungry when watching.
The narrative is simple and while I can understand others may find it to be too basic, I personally think it is perfect for what the atmosphere, tone and style the movie is going for. The simple romance between the characters, the comforts of food, and the lovingly atmosphere creates a feel good story with interesting characters, dynamics and scenes together. Really makes it the perfect vibe movie. All of the performances are great as Juliette Binoche and Benoît Magimel have great chemistry, dialogue and character traits together.
Having won the best director award at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, I can see why because Hung's direction, writing, and the atmosphere of this movie is amazing. Definitely his best work in a long time.
Throughout, the production designs, colors, camerawork, and sound designs are amazing. Many of the food moments where the characters are cooking and demonstrating their works are absolutely amazing. As someone who enjoys seeing various food around different cultures, seeing the various French cuisines being cooked and people mastering their own crafts is satisfying and admittedly, made me hungry when watching.
The narrative is simple and while I can understand others may find it to be too basic, I personally think it is perfect for what the atmosphere, tone and style the movie is going for. The simple romance between the characters, the comforts of food, and the lovingly atmosphere creates a feel good story with interesting characters, dynamics and scenes together. Really makes it the perfect vibe movie. All of the performances are great as Juliette Binoche and Benoît Magimel have great chemistry, dialogue and character traits together.
Having won the best director award at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, I can see why because Hung's direction, writing, and the atmosphere of this movie is amazing. Definitely his best work in a long time.