Dieta mediterránea (2009)
Release Year: 2009
Nation: Spain
Alternative Title: Dieta Mediterrânea, Средиземноморска диета, Mediterranean Food, Amours salées et plaisirs sucrés, Mediterrán finomságok, 地中海式 人生のレシピ, Miłosna dieta, Вкус средиземного моря, Akdeniz Mutfağı
Director: Joaquín Oristrell
Writer: Joaquín Oristrell, Yolanda García Serrano
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Gerardo Herrero
Companies: Messidor Films
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Romance
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: gay theme
Story
The story unfolds around Sofia, a talented chef who dreams of becoming the best in the world, growing up in a seaside village in Spain with her parents Ramón and Loren, running a small family restaurant. Sofia's childhood friends are Toni, a responsible young man, and Frank, his reckless counterpart. When Sofia discovers that Ramón is bisexual, she leaves Toni to work at a five-star hotel with Frank, leading to a one-night stand between them. Sofia returns home pregnant and marries Toni. Years later, Frank returns as well, and the three live together. Sofia's culinary skills gain recognition, but when Frank decides to marry and settle down, it strains the relationship between Sofia and Toni.
Summary
Dieta Mediterránea (2009) is a Spanish comedy-drama directed by Joaquín Oristrell, set in a seaside village where tradition and modern life intersect. The film centers around Sofia, a prodigious chef with global ambitions, and her complex relationships with her friends Toni and Frank. With its exploration of friendship, love, family dynamics, and the pursuit of professional dreams, the movie is a heartfelt portrayal of the human condition. It also subtly addresses themes of sexuality and acceptance within its engaging narrative.
