Jiro Dreams of Sushi

Release Date: Friday, March 9, 2012 Limited

Matthew Weaver, David Gelb, Kevin Iwashina, Tom Pellegrini

PG Documentary 1 hr, 21 m

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The story of 85 year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world's greatest sushi chef. He is the proprietor of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant inauspiciously located in a Tokyo subway station. Despite its humble appearances, it is the first restaurant of its kind to be awarded a prestigious 3 star Michelin review, and sushi lovers from around the globe make repeated pilgrimage, calling months in advance and shelling out top dollar for a coveted seat at Jiro's sushi bar. For most of his life, Jiro has been mastering the art of making sushi, but even at his age he sees himself still striving for perfection, working from sunrise to well beyond sunset to taste every piece of fish; meticulously train his employees; and carefully mold and finesse the impeccable presentation of each sushi creation. At the heart of this story is Jiro's relationship with his eldest son Yoshikazu, the worthy heir to Jiro's legacy, who is unable to live up to his full potential in his father's shadow.
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The film's director David Gelb last directed Stan Lee and The Lazarus Effect.

Director
David Gelb
Screenwriters
Producers
Kevin Iwashina
Tom Pellegrini

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MPA Rating
PG Parental Guidance Suggested for mild thematic elements and brief smoking
Runtime
1 hr, 21 m
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Language
English

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, March 9, 2012 . There were 10 other movies released on the same date, including John Carter, Silent House and A Thousand Words. As a limited release, Jiro Dreams of Sushi was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.



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