Fresh
The exquisite nigiri slices gleam with freshness, and you do learn about the component parts to the perfect serving of sea eel or gizzard shad.
Trevor Johnston, Time Out
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Fall in love with your work
2011 · 1h 22m · PG
Documentary
Directed by
David Gelb
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Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Overview
Revered sushi chef Jiro Ono strives for perfection in his work, while his eldest son, Yoshikazu, has trouble living up to his father's legacy.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
99%
Tomatometer
Fresh
It's torture to watch Jiro Dreams of Sushi -- if you are on an empty stomach.
Maggie Lee, Hollywood Reporter
Fresh
By the time this graceful film is over you understand why Japan has declared the bald, bespectacled Jiro a national treasure. Even if you've never tasted sushi, the man's singleness of purpose will inspire you.
Colin Covert, Minneapolis Star Tribune
Fresh
Gelb apparently understood that his subject was itself so taking that he wouldn't need filmic embellishments to keep his viewers alert.
Stanley Kauffmann, The New Republic
Fresh
Obsessive, we were saying? Oh my, yes, and that's what makes the film so compelling.
Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
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