The Criterion Collection
Tampopo
A 1985 Japanese comedy film directed by Juzo Itami
13 people recommend this
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Analisa BurnsFirst to rec“the ramen quest in tampopo (1985) – this whole movie is a love story to ramen: we see perfectly cooked noodles, rich pork broth, soft-boiled eggs, and every detail of flavor is just right. – this whole movie is a love story to ramen: perfectly cooked noodles, pork broth, soft-boiled eggs, and every herb known to man.”
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Alexandra Clark“I love movies about food, this might be the best one.”
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Jeremiah“Not just a “ramen western” but an exploration of how food is woven into every part of our lives from decadence to sex to death.”
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Spines, Flicks, and Wax“A movie for the foodies!”
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Courtney G“A top 5 movie. Ugh I love movies about food. This one is just so damn good.”
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youngna“Rewatched this a few months ago and was reminded how many other great cinematic food scenes are inspired by Tampopo.”
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alisha sunil“the commentary just gets me”
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juliana“such a comfort movie for me 🍜”
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Izzy“A “ramen western” - A perfect feel good movie! It’s funny and wholesome and shot beautifully. No one can dislike this movie”
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