Film review
Chef 2014
Directed by Jon Favreau114 minComedy
When Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner, he is left to figure out what's next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife, his friend and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love.
½Watched 25 August 2024
So today I told ChatGPT that I felt bored and unmotivated and it recommended me this movie. Honestly the perfect recommendation it was so motivating and so wholesome and made me feel so happy.
The cast was great. I don’t know why but I physically clapped when RDJ showed up. This is definitely my favourite Jon favreau role and favourite film he’s directed (iron man still up there). Also John Leguizamo was great and his character was really cool. There were some other characters at the start that kind of got forgotten about when it got to the very sudden ending that felt a little rushed but was still super wholesome.
films that use social media like this one does usually annoy me but it handled it pretty well and was a pretty realistic depiction of how it all works but without shoving it down your throat by trying too hard to be cool and relevant.
It was honestly so wholesome it made me so happy watching it. Tells a great story about re discovering your passion and connecting with your family and I loved it. I didn’t want it to end.
Now I’m hungry
To quote my ChatGPT recommendation.
“For something fresh, fitting the early morning vibe with a mix of lightness and depth, I suggest "Chef" (2014).”
AI has yet to miss when recommending me a film to suit my mood. I am now ready to start my day. Even though it’s now 2pm…
8.9/10
Genuinely up there with my favourite films now
Have you seen chef?
