Chef

“Chef is the best thing he (Favreau) has ever done, as writer or director or actor. It's the sort of thing of beauty that filmmakers are ultimately remembered for.”

Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle · 100

“The film is loose and genuine and makes great use of place.”

Drew McWeeny, Hitfix · 91

“If this all sounds fairly rote, it's far from it. That's because the filmmaker largely eschews done-to-death family dynamics, forced obstacles and predictable responses for authentic interaction, organic humor and a hopeful vitality.”

Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times · 90

“Buoyed by a Latin-flavored score and Favreau's knack for improv inspiration, Chef is the perfect antidote to Hollywood junk food. Like the best meals and movies, this irresistible concoction feels good for the soul.”

Peter Travers, Rolling Stone · 88

“A slow-cooked film that's one of the most heartwarming of the young year.”

Scott Bowles, USA Today · 88