Eat Drink Man Woman

Languages (7)

Original Title

Yin shi nan nu

Movie Facts

Part of the: The Father Trilogy

Status: Released

Runtime: 123

Budget: -

Revenue: $7,294,403

Language: zh

Webpage: -

Release Info

1994-08-03
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Alternative Titles

yǐn shí nán nǚ
Eat Drink Man Woman

Content Score: 100

The film tells the story of a retired and widowed Chinese master chef Chu (Si Hung Lung) and his family living in modern day Taipei, Taiwan. At the start of the film, he lives with his three attractive daughters, all of whom are unattached. As the film progresses, each of the daughters encounters new men in their lives. When these new relationships blossom, the stereotypes are broken and the living situation within the family changes.. The film features several scenes displaying the techniques and artistry of gourmet Chinese cooking. Since the family members have difficulty expressing their love for each other, the intricate preparation of banquet quality dishes for their Sunday dinners is the surrogate for their familial feelings.