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Delicious

2022

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Writer/director Éric Besnard's mouth-watering new historical comedy indelibly pairs Grégory Gadebois and Isabelle Carré as a gifted chef and his unlikely protégé, who must find the resolve to free themselves from servitude. In 1789 France, just prior to the Revolution, gastronomy is strictly the domain of the aristocrats; indeed, the prestige of a noble house is entirely dependent on the quality and reputation of its table. So, when the talented but prideful cook Manceron (Gadebois) serves an unapproved dish of his own creation at a dinner hosted by the self-entitled Duke of Chamfort (C'est La Vie's Benjamin Lavernhe), the repercussions are brutal, and he is promptly dismissed. The wounded Manceron swears off his passion and retreats with his son to a regional inn visited only infrequently by travellers, and where vegetable soup is the common meal. But when a mysterious woman (Carré) arrives and offers to pay to become his apprentice, the stage is set for a wildly enjoyable tale of reignited passion, mentorship and revenge... and of the creation of France's very first restaurant. Joining the ranks of films such as Big Night, Chocolat and Babette's Feast in its joyous depiction of the preparation and love of fine cuisine, DELICIOUS is just that.

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Robert Abele

Los Angeles Times

Should your New Year's watching require the occasional break from grim awards fare and grimmer real-world news, you could do a lot worse than this well-intentioned tale of mirthful mouthfuls and other appetites.

Jan 13, 2022

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

[A] mouthwatering foodie drama that is as appetizing as the dishes whipped up in it.

Rated: 4/4

Jan 13, 2022

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Trace Sauveur

Austin Chronicle

It looks like an authentic period drama and has a pleasant spirit, even if it has difficulty keeping things totally interesting.

Jan 13, 2022

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Jen Shieff

New Zealand Herald

Louise's mysterious purpose adds to an already interesting plot, peppered with accidents and obstacles.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 7, 2025

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

DP Jean-Marie Dreujou’s breathtaking images go well beyond the sumptuous dishes. The rolling hills, the grassy meadows, the autumn colors – they are all shot with a painterly beauty and would make for a stunning coffee table book.

Rated: 4.5/5

Aug 16, 2022

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James Hanton

Outtake Mag

Delicious is far more than tasty eye candy. Strip back the inescapably gobsmacking palette, and you have an enveloping story of regret, freedom and will set against the backdrop of pre-revolutionary France.

Rated: 4 / 5

May 24, 2022

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Jenn Rose S

Like a very good meal, this little movie is quietly thoughtful and served at a perfect pace. It left me thinking not just about food but about the magic of theater that is always a part of truly great hospitality experiences. I went to bed happy after seeing this charming movie. I wish there were more movies like this!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/05/25

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Chloe C

I was enjoying this movie a whole lot until they started abusing animals. By no means should a live rabbit be picked up by the ears. Absolutely disgusting behavior by the animal handler to allow something like this.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

09/12/25

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petrs l

Gorgous, entertaining, great story, great acting, great sets and gowns, it is a perfect movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/24

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J K

So glad I got around to watching it. Gorgeous everything. All around so well done. It definitely deserves more recognition.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/01/24

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Cynthia L

Great depiction of a chefs struggle- even in modern times the same hurdles exist. The love story and historical details add an additional bit of interest. I loved the story and the actors ability to convey his feeling with his facial expressions. I do not speak fluent French so the main character made the movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/22/24

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Jovy J

Visually gorgeous and uplifts the heart.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/30/24

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Writer/director Éric Besnard's mouth-watering new historical comedy indelibly pairs Grégory Gadebois and Isabelle Carré as a gifted chef and his unlikely protégé, who must find the resolve to free themselves from servitude. In 1789 France, just prior to the Revolution, gastronomy is strictly the domain of the aristocrats; indeed, the prestige of a noble house is entirely dependent on the quality and reputation of its table. So, when the talented but prideful cook Manceron (Gadebois) serves an unapproved dish of his own creation at a dinner hosted by the self-entitled Duke of Chamfort (C'est La Vie's Benjamin Lavernhe), the repercussions are brutal, and he is promptly dismissed. The wounded Manceron swears off his passion and retreats with his son to a regional inn visited only infrequently by travellers, and where vegetable soup is the common meal. But when a mysterious woman (Carré) arrives and offers to pay to become his apprentice, the stage is set for a wildly enjoyable tale of reignited passion, mentorship and revenge... and of the creation of France's very first restaurant. Joining the ranks of films such as Big Night, Chocolat and Babette's Feast in its joyous depiction of the preparation and love of fine cuisine, DELICIOUS is just that.

Director: Éric Besnard
Producer: Christophe Rossignon, Philip Boëffard
Screenwriter: Éric Besnard, Nicolas Boukhrief
Distributor: Samuel Goldwyn Films
Production Co: SND Groupe M6, Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Cinéma, RTBF, Nord-Ouest Films, Voo & be TV, Artémis Productions, Shelter prod
Genre: History, Drama, Comedy
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 14, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 14, 2022
Runtime: 1h 52m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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