Gérard Depardieu as a Michelin-starred chef is a role that suits him like a glove. In Slony Sow's Umami, the world-famous chef travels to Japan to meet the man who beat him in a cooking competition 40 years earlier. A journey to be discovered at the cinema on May 17.
In addition to Gérard Depardieu, Umami also features a fine cast: Pierre Richard, Rod Paradot, Sandrine Bonnaire and Bastien Bouillon (recent winner of the César for Best Newcomer for La Nuit du 12) are all featured in this culinary feature, which promises to be a delightful voyage of taste and sightseeing.
Gabriel Carvin is a Michelin-starred chef of great renown. When his health and family life deteriorate, he decides to travel to the other side of the world. He heads for Japan, in search of a Japanese chef who had beaten him in a cooking competition 40 years earlier. This cultural and culinary journey will lead him to take stock of his life.
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