The Hundred-Foot Journey

After leaving their homeland under political distress the Kadam family eventually relocates to a small French village in search of creating a better life. For eldest son and accomplished Indian cook, Hassan (Manish Dayal), the move looks like a bleak choice; however, right across the street from the family’s new restaurant is the up scale french cuisine restaurant of Madame Mallory (Helen Mirren). Oddly seduced by the ways of French cooking Hassan begins to teach himself the lessons of the Cordon Bleu; with a little assistance from sous chef and love interest, Marguerite (Charlotte Le Bon), a fine chef is in the making. But, before Hassan can achieve greatness, approval from Papa (Om Puri) will be necessary. Breaking family tradition and winning the approval of Madame Mallory are just the first few challenges Hassan will face, will he ever win the heart of Marguerite, will he ascend to his destined greatness, and will Madame Mallory receive another prized star in the Michelin Guide for her restaurant?100foot Based on Richard Morais’s book, this light romance doesn’t break any rules, barriers, or expectations; the end result however is still endearing and plays out enough charming fabricated and predictable moments to remain palatable. Performances from the ensemble are all on par, although Helen Mirren’s dialect coach may have needed a bit more time to really dial things in, this is splitting hairs. So, lighter fare for the romance lovers, perhaps this Oprah backed option might make a matinee option. The Hundred-Foot Journey is rated PG.