July 9, 2026 7:30 pm | France | 2023 | 135m | Cert 12 | Period Drama
Peerless cook Eugenie (Juliette Binoche) has worked for the famous gourmet Dodin (Benoît Magimel) for the last 20 years. Bonding over a passion for gastronomy and mutual admiration, their relationship develops into romance and gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the world’s most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin. So, he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
A delectable feast for the senses, THE TASTE OF THINGS is a stunningly beautiful romance that simmers with emotion. The new film from acclaimed director Tran Anh Hung, it will be an unmissable cinematic treat.
“You’ll swear you can smell and taste every shot” ★★★★ The Telegraph
“An absolute delight” The Wrap
“So rich and romantic it will leave you woozy” ★★★★★ Time Out
… Trần Anh Hùng has cooked up a spectacular film that takes its time, placing the central relationship on a gentle simmer… The Taste of Things is romantic. It’s tragic. It’s simply magnifique