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The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

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In a luxurious restaurant in Paris, the cunning and brutal chef, George, leads an opulent life alongside his wife, Georgina. This extravagant place is not only known for its fine dining but also for the dark secrets hidden within its walls. While it seems like they have it all, Georgina's life is a true hell beside her husband, a possessive and violent man who humiliates her without mercy. Tired of his abuse and yearning for a spark of passion, Georgina embarks on a secret affair with Michael, a kind and sensitive man who is also a regular customer at the restaurant.

As their romance flourishes, love becomes a dangerous game, where the decay of their lives intertwines with the glamour of the place. The couple finds themselves on a path of imminent danger, and tension mounts as George begins to suspect his wife's infidelity. In a whirlwind of jealousy, power, and revenge, the restaurant transforms into a chilling setting where every dish served is a reminder of the transgressions simmering within.

With a bold and provocative approach, the film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom, inviting the viewer into a visually and emotionally striking experience that challenges the conventions of cinema. Everything culminates in a chilling conclusion, where culinary art and morality collide explosively.

Media type
Movie
Year
1989
Director
Peter Greenaway
Writer
Peter Greenaway
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.50
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
86.00
Service
Metacritic
Rating
62.00
Actors
Richard Bohringer
Michael Gambon
Helen Mirren
Alan Howard
Tim Roth
CiarΓ‘n Hinds
Liz Smith
Gary Olsen
Ewan Stewart
Roger Ashton-Griffiths
Ian Dury
Diane Langton
Prudence Oliver
Ron Cook
Emer Gillespie
Janet Henfrey
Willie Ross
Roger Lloyd Pack
Alex Kingston
Bob Goody
Paul Russell
Arnie Breeveld
Tony Alleff
Ian Sears
Peter Rush
Pauline Mayer
Ben Stoneham
Andy Wilson
John Mullis
Flavia Brilli
Sophie Goodchild
Alex Fraser
Michael Clark
Gary Logan
Tim Geary
Saffron Rainey
Hywel Williams-Ellis
Michael Maguire
Patric Walters
Sue Maund
Nick Brozovic
Caroline Pagano
Keith Barrows
Yolande Brener
Irene Palko
Brenda Edwards
Gender
Crimen
Drama
Country
France
Producers
Kees Kasander
Streaming
Apple TV
Amazon Video
Original title
The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover
Duration
124
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