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Ramen Shop

Original title: Qing qian la mian cha
  • 2018
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
2.6K
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Ramen Shop (2018)
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A young man who is curious about his deceased parents' past takes a food journey to Singapore, where he uncovers more than just delicious meals.A young man who is curious about his deceased parents' past takes a food journey to Singapore, where he uncovers more than just delicious meals.A young man who is curious about his deceased parents' past takes a food journey to Singapore, where he uncovers more than just delicious meals.

  • Director
    • Eric Khoo
  • Writers
    • Fong Cheng Tan
    • Kim Hoh Wong
  • Stars
    • Takumi Saitô
    • Seiko Matsuda
    • Mark Lee
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    • IMDb RATING
    6.8/10
    2.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Eric Khoo
    • Writers
      • Fong Cheng Tan
      • Kim Hoh Wong
    • Stars
      • Takumi Saitô
      • Seiko Matsuda
      • Mark Lee
    • 16User reviews
    • 52Critic reviews
    • 62Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Trailer 1:47
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    Top cast28

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    Takumi Saitô
    Takumi Saitô
    • Masato
    Seiko Matsuda
    Seiko Matsuda
    • Miki
    Mark Lee
    Mark Lee
    • Uncle Wee
    Jeanette Aw
    Jeanette Aw
    • Mei Lian
    Tsuyoshi Ihara
    Tsuyoshi Ihara
    • Kazuo
    Beatrice Chien
    • Mdm Lee
    Jerrold Chong
    • Young Ah Wee
    Miao Ling Tang
    • Auntie
    • (as Tang Miao Ling)
    Keisuke Takeda
    • Keisuke
    Yin Zhu
    • Lan Jie
    • (as Li Yin Zhu)
    Okusawa Takuma
    • Koki
    • (as Takuma Okusawa)
    Yuma Sato Wong
    • Young Masato - Baby
    Sorekara
    • Young Masato - Age 5
    Hiromasa Shimada
    • Young Masata - Age 10
    Hideki Ariyoshi
    • Whiskey Bar Owner
    Gisele Chiam
    • Yong - Daughter of Ah Wee
    Ariel Loo
    • Pei Pei - Daughter of Ah Wee
    Hikaru Horiguchi
    • Girlfriend
    • Director
      • Eric Khoo
    • Writers
      • Fong Cheng Tan
      • Kim Hoh Wong
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews16

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    7arw-18401

    Slow but entertaining

    First: the great grand father of the main character got killed during WW2, so belelsene has got the timeline wrong. Enjoyable movie, although not much is happening.
    Kirpianuscus

    touching

    A correct, touching film about past, family, reconciliation. And, off course, food. Clash of cultures, old traumas, delicate definitions of obstacles and reconquest of the past states , well acted and a storytelling reminding slow way of water , it is just touching and beautiful and seductive in profound senses.
    9donrose-23896

    A minor classic

    I began watching this to take up time recovering from minor illnes. But gradually came to realise I n was watching something special.

    The movie examines the misery brought on others through meaness and attitudes brought on by wartime outcomes.

    I am not explaining the underlying themes very well. I need to digest this movie intellectually. Watch it. I hope it moves you like it did, me. D
    8Megan_Shida

    Deeply Affecting and Poignant Film

    This film offers a simple tale of a young man trying to form a bond with his late mother. When the film works, it is quiet, delicate, and sincere. That being said, there are times when the dialogue can seem a bit forced and contrived. The journey of the lead character is deeply enriched with wonderful food and culture. The film is beautifully shot and has moments that are deeply profound. T
    8larschristensen-99287

    Another japanese gem

    A wonderful mix of food, love, family in this quiet and touching drama. Excellent acting and fine direction that touches your heart. You rarely go wrong with Japanese films.

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    • Connections
      References Oshin (1983)

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 22, 2019 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Singapore
      • Japan
      • France
    • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
      • Mandarin
      • Cantonese
    • Also known as
      • Una receta familiar
    • Filming locations
      • Rocket Tower, Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Singapore(Masato visits the Rocket Tower)
    • Production companies
      • Knockonwood
      • Zhao Wei Films (I)
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $88,455
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $5,303
      • Mar 24, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $735,008
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 29m(89 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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