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Michelin Movie Star

The Cineplex Odeon Westshore Cinemas is back open and ready to bring you back to the movies!  As part of our month-long, online foodie event we thought it would be fun to list off a few of our favourite food-themed movies from over the years.

Take a look at our list below, and let us know if we’ve missed any!

 

Julie and Julia (feature image above) 
Starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams

Julie Powell, a young blogger, is determined to emulate Julia Child’s cooking techniques.  Though separated by time, the two women share a common passion for food that intertwines their lives.

 

Chocolat
Starring Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp

A woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop in a conservative village in France, much to the villagers’ disapproval.  Over time, they win the people’s hearts and also help them with their troubles.

 

Chef
Starring Jon Favreau, Sofia Vargera & Scarlett Johanson

After losing his job at a popular restaurant, Chef Carl Casper attempts to start afresh by fixing up a food truck.  In the process, he ends up becoming closer to his family.

 

Ratatouille
Produced by Pixar and Walt Disney Pictures

Remy, a rat, aspires to become a renowned French chef.  However, he fails to realize that people despise rodents and will never enjoy a meal cooked by him.

 

Burnt
Starring Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller

Adam Jones is a talented chef who fell from grace as a result of his arrogance.  Determined to resurrect his career, he moves to London and starts working in a prestigious restaurant.

 

No Reservations
Starring Catherine Zeta Jones

A perfectionist chef struggles to raise her late sister’s little girl while a new high-spirited chef threatens to take over her kitchen with his free-wheeling ways.