‘Chef's Table: Legends' Review: On Netflix, How to Hone a Palate
'Chef's Table' is celebrating its 10th anniversary on Netflix as a celebration of chefs, each episode having focused on one world-class cook, his or her techniques, philosophy, menus and kitchens. Created by David Gelb, it was intended as a fuller-course version of what he'd done in that landmark 2011 food movie 'Jiro Dreams of Sushi,' which concerned Jiro Ono, a sushi chef with a 10-seat restaurant in a Tokyo subway station and three stars from the esteemed Michelin Guide. The subjects of 'Chef's Table' customarily operate in less humble surroundings than Mr. Ono. But they do share a devotion to excellence.
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'My Oxford Year,' 'The Naked Gun' — TV and movie new releases to see or skip in Canada — streaming and in theatres
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It's the kind of comedy that brings those uncontrollable laughs, and it feels so good to have that experience in the movie theatre. Neeson and Anderson have both never been funnier, and their chemistry together is electric. It's silly, goofy and absolutely outrageous at times, but incredibly memorable and sure to be one of the funniest films of the year. Where to watch The Naked Gun: Now in theatres Twisted Metal, Season 2 — ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ As someone who wasn't a fan of the first season, Season 2 totally changed my mind about the Twisted Metal series. With the season centred around Calypso's deadly tournament, and the quest to have a wish granted, the high-octane energy of the series really comes through. The show is at its best when it leans into the silly, with witty dialogue, but Season 2 diving much deeper into its characters is incredibly satisfying as well. 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The film is more about how its told than the story itself, which can feel predictable, with some thematic points emphasized to feel repetitive. But I still had a great time watching this movie. The way Shanks builds tension is so satisfying for the audience, really adding to those impactful moments that make you want to crawl out of your skin, and that's really what I want from a horror film. Where to watch Together: Now in theatres Leanne — ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2 Is Leanne predictable? Yes. Conventional? Absolutely. But Leanne Morgan bringing her Southern charm to the multi-camera sitcom format is so incredibly endearing. The 59-year-old is known for her hysterical stand-up comedy, often telling stories about her family, and Leanne very much feels like a fictionalized extension of that. Even if the traditional sitcom isn't something you normal gravitate to, we should all appreciate how well it's executed in Leanne, bringing in heavy hitters including Kristen Johnston, Ryan Stiles, Blake Clark and Celia Weston. Some of the jokes land better than others, but this is ultimately a cast I want to keep watching together, with Morgan being a strong anchor for the show. Where to watch Leanne: Netflix My Oxford Year — ⭐️⭐️1/2 I don't expect a rom-com to necessary reinvent the genre. In fact, I actually enjoy the predictable formula we've come to know and love. But if you don't feel connected to the characters and their romance, that's when a rom-com just doesn't work. While Sofia Carson has become Netflix's movie it girl, and Corey Mylchreest was fabulous is Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, My Oxford Year has them jumping from one trope to another in a way that just doesn't service either of their characters, let alone this romantic couple. 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