
The Taste of Things
By Trần Anh Hùng
2023
Romance / Drama
2h15
Synopsis
Set in 1889 France, Dodin Bouffant is a chef living with his personal cook and lover Eugénie. They share a long history of gastronomy and love but Eugénie refuses to marry Dodin, so the food lover decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by 'The Pot au Feu's' sumptuous culinary scenes and the nuanced performances of Juliette Binoche and Benoît Magimel. The film's meticulous attention to gastronomic detail and its slow, contemplative pace evoke a strong sensory experience, though some find this pacing overly languid. The lack of background music and minimal dialogue enhance the focus on the visual and auditory textures of cooking, creating a feast for the senses but also a challenge for those seeking more dynamic storytelling.
👍 Culinary scenes are a visual feast.
👎 Pacing may be too slow for some.


















