Chef (R)
30/05/14 22:07 Filed in: 2014
Starring: Jon Favreau
May 2014
This review was originally tweeted in Real-time from the back row of a movie theater and appears @BackRoweReviews. Though efforts were made to tease rather than ruin this movie’s memorable lines and moments, some spoilers may exist in the following evaluation. The original tweets appear in black, while follow-up comments appear in red. For concerns over objectionable content, please first refer to one of the many parental movie guide websites. All ratings are based on a four star system. Happy reading!
The whole hog for review day.
A piece of fruit versus kettle corn. Guess which one wins.
One look at Favreau should answer that question. He almost had me sold on the fruit, though.
Favreau tells Hoffman his restaurant is in a “creative rut.”
Hoffman tells Favreau to cook his favorite hits. Favreau tells Hoffman to take his job and shove it…which was a hit in 1977 by Johnny Paycheck.
Favreau’s son helps him create a #Twitter account. Welcome to social media.
Favreau sends his first tweet. Love the bird animation and tweet sound effect.
Favreau gets a crash course on the public nature of #Twitter.
It’s not like texting, folks. I’m always happy when Twitter gains exposure in movies since I use it in conveying my reviews, but are people really this ignorant over the medium in question? Sometimes I think it’s a little overdetermined like in Draft Day when Costner’s mom (Ellen Burstyn) uses Twitter and he doesn’t. And “dummys” on the subject always call it “twittering.”
Review redux. Showdown creates a media firestorm.
TMZ would have a field day over such a demonstrative meltdown.
New job: be a nanny in Miami.
Wish I can take credit for the rhyme, but it’s in the dialog.
Iron Man gives Favreau a taco truck.
How to make a Cubano sandwich. A delectable scene.
Lady and the Tramp photo op with cop is hilarious.
Cornstarch on ware wolves. Sidesplittingly funny.
Correction: werewolves. This scene is a bit crass but it’s extremely hilarious, especially if you’re a fan of random gags.
Austin Midnight sandwich for $7. Looks delicious.
Actually, as tasty as that sandwich appears, I’d gladly pay $20 for one.
One second video is a special moment.
It’s amazing what kids can do with technology these days. Oops, just dated myself.
Final analysis: a delicious repast of father/son, road trip and follow your dreams tropes served with flair.
Rating: 3 out of 4 stars. A feel good film with plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments. Worth a watch.
Favreau has spent the better part of the last decade behind the camera, so it’s nice to see him acting again, and what’s more, in a leading role that he can really sink his teeth into. As the title would suggest, this movie is all about food, so viewers are strongly cautioned not to enter the theater on an empty stomach…otherwise you might find that you’re one limb short when you leave. As for me, I was stuffed to the gills when I saw the film and I was still salivating throughout the movie. There’s not much more I can add to my above analysis, and I don’t want to ruin any of the movie’s many memorable moments. This is a highly pleasurable film where the plot has just as much meat as the dishes it serves. Chef is a rare treat that’s not to be missed. Order up!