Jiro (2011)
A lingering, sentimental look at the mentality and habits of legendary sushi chef and Japanese national treasure Jiro Ono
In the basement of a Tokyo office building, 85 year old sushi master Jiro Ono works tirelessly in his world renowned restaurant,
The long, personal chats with Jiro and sons, plus an exhaustive investigation into every aspect of his business, are balanced by an overly generous dose of shallow focal-range, slow-motion food porn. Like many stereotypical wise men of his age and nationality, the old master also has plenty of sharp, stirring wisdom to impart. Though he doesn’t come right out and say it, it’s easy to see the parallels he hopes you’ll draw between his dedication to the kitchen and the nuances of a rewarding life
