BY THE EDITORS |
4 Movies About Food at TFF2014
Calling all food lovers! TFF2014 is serving up 4 films that will surely satisfy any filmgoers' taste.
Mmm, this year's film slate made us hungry. From New York classics to current food movements, here's a list of films to add to any foodie's wish list. (To check screening times and add a film to your wish list, just follow the link to the film's page.)
Jon Favreau returns to his indie roots in this food-centric comedy starring Sofia Vergara, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Dustin Hoffman, Oliver Platt, and Amy Sedaris - delivering an honest take on our media-driven world through the lens of chef culture.
Directed by the grandson of "Nathan" himself, Handwerker delivers the 100-year-old family history of the New York City icon through rare archival footage, a nuanced editing style, and the most endearing of characters.
An insightful documentary unveiling of the origins of one of the most popular Chinese dishes that might be more American than you would think.
Executive produced by Eva Longoria, this powerful documentary gives unprecedented insight to the abuse and turmoil of thousands of farm factory workers within the American agricultural system.
Check out the rest of the TFF 2014 Film Guide here to plan your festival experience!