Culinary Cinema Archives - Cork International Film Festival

Culinary Cinema

A Sip of Irish

Showtime: Fri 13 Nov at 18:00

Ballymaloe Grainstore

90 mins mins

Frank Mannion

Celebrating the incredible story of Ireland's contribution to the culinary and drinks world

Chili Finger

Showtime: Tue 17 Nov at 18:00

Triskel Cinema

101 mins

United States

Edd Benda, Stephen Helstad

When a newly empty-nested mom (Judy Greer) finds a human finger in her chili and blackmails the fast-food chain’s owner (John Goodman) for a quick payday, her life spirals into chaos. As she clashes with ruthless forces (Bryan Cranston) unleashed by the restaurant, her blissfully clueless husband (Sean Astin) stands by.

Feast or Famine

Showtime: Wed 18 Nov at 18:00

Arc Cinema - Screen 2

90 mins

United Kingdom

Michael Boccalini, Adrian Choa, Theo Gee

At East London restaurant Angelina, a young team of chefs and owners sets its sights on the ultimate culinary accolade: a Michelin star. Alongside their story, legendary chef Marco Pierre White reflects on his own extraordinary relationship with the Michelin system, raising questions about ambition, recognition and the price of success.

Forest High (Forêt Ivre)

Showtime: Sat 14 Nov at 12:00

Arc Cinema - Screen 4

102 mins

Belgium, France

In the northern Alps, three women take turns looking after an Alpine hut. Through the seasons, hikers come and go. Stories bloom and fade, leaving them to contemplate life amid nature's poetry. Paired event: Following the screening, L’Atitude 51 will become its own Alpine refuge for the afternoon. Communal tables, good French wine, mountain cheeses, rustic bread, charcuterie and simple Alpine dishes.

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