Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)

The Very Best

8.8

Movie

Japan, United States of America
Japanese
Documentary
2011
DAVID GELB
Daisuke Nakazama, David Gelb, Hachiro Mizutani
82 min

8.8

Morgan

What it's about

Revered sushi chef Jiro Ono strives for perfection in his work, while his eldest son, Yoshikazu, has trouble living up to his father's legacy.

The take

This surprising documentary follows Jiro, an 85 year old Japanese chef, his Michelin-starred restaurant in the Tokyo underground, and his eager sons. While ostensibly about sushi – and believe me, you’ll learn about sushi and see absolutely gorgeous images of the raw-fish creations – the film’s dramatic impetus is carried by the weight of tradition, the beauty of a labor of love, obsession, and the relationship between father and son. Truly a must-watch.

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Excellent movie.

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