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A Taste of Hunger

Original title: Smagen af sult
  • 2021
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
2.3K
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Nikolaj Coster-Waldau and Katrine Greis-Rosenthal in A Taste of Hunger (2021)
A power couple within the Danish gourmet scene run the popular restaurant Malus in Copenhagen. The couple is willing to sacrifice everything to achieve their dream - getting the coveted Michelin star.
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A couple who sacrifice everything to achieve the highest possible accolade in the culinary world - a Michelin star.A couple who sacrifice everything to achieve the highest possible accolade in the culinary world - a Michelin star.A couple who sacrifice everything to achieve the highest possible accolade in the culinary world - a Michelin star.

  • Director
    • Christoffer Boe
  • Writers
    • Christoffer Boe
    • Tobias Lindholm
  • Stars
    • Katrine Greis-Rosenthal
    • Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
    • Flora Augusta
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    2.3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Christoffer Boe
    • Writers
      • Christoffer Boe
      • Tobias Lindholm
    • Stars
      • Katrine Greis-Rosenthal
      • Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
      • Flora Augusta
    • 16User reviews
    • 31Critic reviews
    • 61Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 8 nominations total

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    Katrine Greis-Rosenthal
    • Maggie
    Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
    Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
    • Carsten
    Flora Augusta
    • Chloe
    Charlie Gustafsson
    Charlie Gustafsson
    • Frederik
    August Vinkel
    • August
    • (as August Christian Vinkel)
    Nicolas Bro
    Nicolas Bro
    • Torben
    Maj-Britt Mathiesen
    Maj-Britt Mathiesen
    • Pia
    Dag Malmberg
    Dag Malmberg
    • Stellan
    Rasmus Hammerich
    Rasmus Hammerich
    • Frank
    Luca Reichardt Ben Coker
    • 11 årig dreng
    Sofie Torp
    • Klasselærer
    Michael Brostrup
    • Læge
    Bennet Thorpe
    • Englænder
    Helene Egelund
    • Kvindelig psykolog
    Magnus Bruun
    Magnus Bruun
    • Anders
    Caspar Phillipson
    Caspar Phillipson
    • Overtjener
    Bo Lindegaard
    • Kok v. bar
    Luise Skov
    Luise Skov
    • Malou
    • Director
      • Christoffer Boe
    • Writers
      • Christoffer Boe
      • Tobias Lindholm
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    User reviews16

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    6johnpark-10494

    not the best movie

    Its definitely not the best movie but its not bad.it lucks on some fun . The actors caracter arent the top...Its not the best performance from Frederick......That why i give the movie the note 6.
    8rannynm

    Truly Shows The Perfection Of The Culinary World

    The captivating film, A Taste of Hunger by Christoffer Boe, truly shows the perfection of the culinary world. Each dish in this movie is carefully arranged and perfectly cooked. The acting portrays the deep desire that every chef has to create a dish that the customer would never forget. I can almost smell all of the delicious food, as if the scent of sautéed oyster, cooked octopus, and fermented lemons are wafting through the screen.

    The storyline revolves around a Danish couple, both culinary experts. Maggi (Katrine Greis-Rosenthal) and Carsten (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) both dream of only one accomplishment, receiving the world's most renowned culinary award, a Michelin star. Although their dream is big, they use every means of achieving it, even if it comes in the way of their relationship, and more importantly, their family. Will Maggi's affair destroy their dream altogether, or will they push past this bump in the long road to a Michelin star?

    The protagonist, played by Katrine Greis-Rosenthal, portrays her character with a sense of mystery. You never truly know what is going on inside of Maggi's head. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays both a loving father and an uncompromising boss very realistically, giving the viewers mixed feelings of whether they should root for him or not. The food shown in this movie is designed to almost perfection, enhancing the quality of this film. My favorite part of the movie is the opening sequence. The beautifully presented food and the music create an enthralling introduction to the movie.

    The message of this film is that working hard is the only way to achieve your dream. No matter how hard you try, there will always be setbacks and forks in the road, but to reach what you want, you have to get back up, no matter how many times you fall. This is an uplifting message to all those who have a big dream, no matter how hard it is to fulfill. The main age restriction of this movie is due to the sexual scenes. There are multiple scenes that would not be appropriate for ages 13 and under.

    I give A Taste of Hunger 4 out of five stars and recommend it for ages 14 to 18, plus adults. It releases in theaters and on demand January 28, 2022.

    By Nyara A., KIDS FIRST!
    10ejayb-92924

    Adored this

    Completely enthralling film; both the double barrelled leads are amazing and it's so beautifully shot that I've rewatched it several times.

    The premise seems simple; how can one strive for perfection in one area without it detrimentally changing the rest of your life. If it's a shared dream can balance be found elsewhere?

    I loved it because of it's honesty; for the non-parents out there SPOILER ALERT having children changes your relationship especially if they sleep best in your bed. If you pour most of your energy into your work then can you also be a great spouse and parent? I fear the ending might not be the end but then presumably both these successful actors have relationships too and they must have to travel and sacrifice to do what they do so perhaps it is possible.
    8joaopaulolima-45821

    A good movie with a warm story.

    Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is one of my favorite actors, and as always he has an excellent performance in this film. A Taste of Hunger was sold as Nikolai being the main actor, however the big star of this film is not him, but Katrine Greis-Rosenthal (Maggie). The plot developed throughout the film was completely wrapped around her character, leaving Carsten, Nikolai's character, in the background. There was no reason to create so much marketing over Nikolai's name and so little on Katrine, this is something that bothered me a lot, even though Nikolai is my favorite actor.

    The story is interesting, with a justifiable personal desire of the character. The photography is wonderful, capturing beautiful elements and scenery from Denmark. I noticed some camera and continuation errors, but they are passable.

    The plot developed throughout the film is quite warm until the middle, focusing exclusively on the desires, hopes and characteristics of the characters. And after all that, there's an interesting plot twist at the end of the movie, something that is, frankly, unimaginable.

    Overall, A Taste of Hunger is a good movie to watch in the afternoon. It's not a film with an excellent plot, but it is... charismatic. The performances are excellent, soundtrack PERFECT, photography great, and a warm story.

    I recommend.
    7kateann1027

    An interesting movie in Danish with English subtitles

    A creative and driven Danish chef , who learned his trade in Japan , finally gains his own restaurant with a Michelin star as his ultimate goal. Great actors, storyline and attention to detail preparing his luxurious food.

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    • Crazy credits
      SPOILERS: The end credits include a post credits scene. In it, Maggie (Katrine Greis-Rosenthal) enters a bar and meets Carsten (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) at the counter. He offers her a drink and says it's a whiskey sour. She comments back that he brought it on him self. Attentive people know what she's referring to (what effect that drink has on her). Carsten smiles. This could serve as a possible confirmation that their relationship is healing, both emotionally as well as physically.
    • Connections
      References Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)
    • Soundtracks
      Feeling Good
      Written by Anthony Newley, Leslie Bricusse

      Performed by Sammy Davis Jr.

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    • Release date
      • June 24, 2021 (Denmark)
    • Countries of origin
      • Denmark
      • Sweden
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • Danish
      • Swedish
    • Also known as
      • Смак голоду
    • Production companies
      • Film i Väst
      • Zentropa
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $5,860
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,847
      • Jan 30, 2022
    • Gross worldwide
      • $172,566
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 44m(104 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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