Hollywood has produced numerous movies on virtually any subject that one could imagine.
1. Eat Pray Love
Product of 2010
The 2010 film “Eat Pray Love” was directed by Ryan Murphy and stars Julia Roberts, Javier Bardem, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, and Billy Crudup.
The movie follows the story of Elizabeth, a woman who has recently gone through a porce. In an effort to start anew, she embarks on a journey to various countries around the world, including Italy and India. Throughout the film’s 2 hours and 20 minutes runtime, viewers are treated to visually stunning scenes of mouthwatering dishes, such as a mountain of pasta and a gelato dessert.
“Eat Pray Love” is an adaptation of Elizabeth Gilbert’s novel of the same name. It is a romantic comedy-drama that has been nominated for several awards, including the “Satellite Award for Best Costume Design” and the “People’s Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actress”.
2. Julie & Julia
Product of 2009
The comedy-drama film “Julie & Julia” earned Meryl Streep her second Golden Globe Award for Best Actress. This was not Streep’s only award for her role in the movie, as she also won the Critics’ Choice Best Actress Award, the New York Film Critics Circle Award, the Satellite Award, and several others.
Nora Ephron directed and acted in “Julie & Julia”, which also starred Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci, Chris Messina, and Jane Lynch. For foodies who may be interested, the film features the famous French dish beef bourguignon, which plays a significant role alongside Meryl Streep’s character, Julia Child.
3. Mrs. Doubtfire
Product of 1993
“Mrs. Doubtfire” is a 1993 film directed by Chris Columbus and starring Robin Williams, Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, and Matthew Lawrence. Interestingly, the film won the Academy Award for Best Makeup in the same year it was released.
“Mrs. Doubtfire” is a heartwarming movie that features plenty of humor, family dynamics, and mouth-watering cuisine. Robin Williams delivers an outstanding performance as an elderly woman, making this movie a must-watch.
4. The Hundred-Foot Journey
Product of 2014
Why settle for just one style of cooking when you can experience two different cuisines at the same time? In “The Hundred-Foot Journey”, French and Indian culinary traditions are artfully combined to create dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala and Croque Madame.
Released in 2014 and directed by Lasse Hallström, “The Hundred-Foot Journey” features a talented cast including Manish Dayal, Helen Mirren, Charlotte Benn, Om Puri, and Amit Shah. Helen Mirren’s outstanding performance in the film earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the Golden Globes.
5. Ratatouille
Product of 2007
Ratatouille, also known as “The Chef’s Mouse” in our country, is widely regarded as one of the most beloved Pixar films. This charming animation was a major success upon its release, winning both the prestigious Oscar and Golden Globe awards.
As the Persian name suggests, Ratatouille is all about the art of cooking and delicious cuisine. The story follows a small mouse named Remy who is determined to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a chef, despite the fact that he is not human, which presents a major obstacle.
Mice are often associated with being unpleasant and unclean creatures in popular culture, which makes it difficult for anyone to imagine cooking food for them. The main voice actors in “Ratatouille” include Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, Brad Bird, Jeanine Graflow, Peter O’Toole, and Brad Garrett.
Interestingly, Ratatouille is actually a classic French dish made with eggplant and vegetables. The origins of this popular dish can be traced back to the city of Nice in France and it bears a striking resemblance to the Iranian dish known as Yatimcheh.
6. My Big Fat Greek Wedding
Product of 2002
“My Big Fat Greek Wedding” is a romantic comedy film released in 2002 and directed by Joel Zwick, with Nia Vardalos serving as the screenwriter. The film received an Oscar nomination for best non-adapted screenplay.
Interestingly, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” initially struggled to find success upon its release and was expected to be a commercial failure. However, a series of unexpected events led to a sudden change in fortune, and the film ultimately became the highest-grossing romantic-comedy in North America, with box office profits of 241 million dollars.
The popularity of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” spawned an entire franchise, including a television series titled “My Big Fat Greek Life” in 2003 and a sequel to the original film, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2”, which was released in theaters in 2016. The film stars Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Lenny Kazan, Michael Constantine, and Andrea Martin.
7. Waitress
Product of 2007
“Waitress” is a comedy-drama film that was directed and written by Adrienne Shelley, who also played the lead role. Tragically, Shelley passed away in 2006 and was unable to witness the release of her film, which was her final on-screen appearance.
The movie tells the story of a young waitress who is trapped in a monotonous routine of work and life in a small town. Things take a turn for the worse when she becomes pregnant unexpectedly, leading to a series of events that challenge her in unexpected ways.
Keri Russell, Jeremy Sisto, Nathan Fillion, Cheryl Hines, Andy Griffith, Eddie Jamison, Darby Stanchfield, and Lou Temple are all part of the cast of “Waitress.”
8. Burnt
Product of 2015
Despite starring Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Daniel Bruhl, Alicia Vikander, and Lily James, Burnt received only a 29% approval rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics. But let’s be honest, who watches a movie like this for critical acclaim anyway?
If you’re here because of your love for delicious food and cooking, Burnt is a great option for you. Directed by John Wells and written by Steven Knight, the story follows a professional chef (Bradley Cooper) who works in a famous and prestigious restaurant.
When the owner of the restaurant loses everything due to drug use and numerous mistakes, the chef also loses his job. However, being one of the best cooks in the world, he cannot simply give up his passion. So he decides to start over and rebuild his career from scratch.
Although Rotten Tomatoes critics may not have been impressed, Burnt actually has a much better rating on IMDb. With talented and popular actors and good technical execution, this film is certainly not a weak or poorly-made work.
9. Chocolat
Product of 2000
If you have a deep affection for chocolate and all its derivatives, including hot chocolate, then the film “Chocolat” directed by Lasse Hallström (2000) is an excellent choice for you to watch. Although it may sound absurd, this movie is a must-see for all chocolate lovers.
Starring Johnny Depp, Juliette Binoche, Alfred Molina, Judi Dench, and Carrie Ann Moss, “Chocolat” is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Joan Harris.
This particular movie is widely regarded as one of the most distinguished pieces on our list, having received nominations in multiple categories at the Oscar ceremony, including Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress, Best Music, Best Film, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Moreover, the remarkable achievements of this film extended beyond that event to other prominent ceremonies such as the Golden Globe Awards, solidifying its position as one of the most successful movies of all time. Despite these numerous accolades, it is worth noting that “Chocolat” remains relatively unknown to the general audience. If you have not had the chance to witness this exceptional work, now is the perfect opportunity to do so.
10. Something’s Gotta Give
Product of 2003
Nancy Meyers, the director and screenwriter, brought together a group of legendary actors, including Jack Nicholson, Keanu Reeves, Diane Keaton, Amanda Peet, and Jon Favreau, to create the movie “Something’s Gotta Give”.
This film garnered not only nominations for Oscar and Golden Globe awards but also secured Diane Keaton the “Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical” award. “Something’s Gotta Give” received positive feedback from critics and performed exceedingly well at the box office in North America.
11. Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Product of 2011
“Jiro Dreams of Sushi” is a Japanese-language documentary that narrates the story of Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old restaurateur and chef. He is renowned as a sushi master and operates a small restaurant with a meager seating capacity of only 10, located in one of Tokyo’s subway stations.
In addition to Jiro’s culinary expertise, this documentary film also spotlights his two sons, who share their father’s passion for cooking and have followed in his footsteps. Directed by David Gelb, “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” has been warmly received by people interested in both cooking and Japanese culture. We highly recommend you to watch this captivating documentary.
12. Babette’s Feast
Product of 1987
“Babette’s Feast” is a captivating and romantic drama directed by Gabriel Axel that premiered in 1987. The movie stars Stefan Odran, Jarel Kole, and Baby Andershon. In the same year of its release, “Babette’s Feast” won both the “Oscar Award for Best Foreign Language Film” and the “BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Language Film.”
Set in a Danish village in the 19th century, the film revolves around Philippa and Martine, two sisters who host a lavish and vibrant banquet to bring the Protestant community together. “Babette’s Feast” made history as the first Danish film to win an Oscar.
13. Paris Can Wait
Product of 2016
What could be better than food, drinks, desserts, a picnic, and nature? Eleanor Coppola’s Paris Can Wait delivers a charming and intimate comedy that will captivate you so much that time will fly by without you even realizing it.
Diane Lane, Arnaud Viard, Alec Baldwin, Cedric Monet, and Davia Nelson are just some of the notable actors featured in Paris Can Wait. While the film received mixed reviews from critics, it’s undeniable that the movie’s light-hearted nature will put you in a good mood.
If you’re looking for a film that will transport you to the beauty of nature and indulge you in delectable foods and drinks, then Paris Can Wait is definitely worth considering.
14. The Five-Year Engagement
Product of 2012
The film, The Five-Year Engagement, is generally classified as a romantic comedy, however, it also features some captivating scenes that showcase delicious, vibrant, and appetizing cuisine that will make your mouth water.
The Five-Year Engagement features an ensemble cast of notable actors, including Emily Blunt, Jason Segel, Alison Brie, Chris Pratt, Dakota Johnson, Kevin Hart, and Kumail Nanjiani. The film was directed by Nicholas Stoller, who also co-wrote the script with Jason Segel.
The movie’s story begins with a chef from a stylish and luxurious restaurant who decides to marry a psychologist after meeting him. However, complications arise during the engagement ceremony of the couple, making things difficult and seemingly impossible to resolve.
15. Chef
Product of 2014
Although the movie’s title gives the audience a good idea of its subject matter, there are many other reasons to watch it, such as the depiction of cooking as an art form, the mouth-watering grilled food (complete with close-ups), and the fantastic performances of Jon Favreau and Scarlett Johansson.
“Chef” is a comedy-drama film directed by Jon Favreau, which follows the story of a professional chef who gets fired from a famous Los Angeles restaurant after a heated argument with a critic. The chef is then forced to start from scratch and resorts to using a food truck, accompanied by his teenage son.
The movie also features a star-studded cast, including Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Robert Downey Jr., Emjay Anthony, Dustin Hoffman, and Oliver Platt, making it a must-watch.
