Film Screening: Tampopo (1985)

Doors & Pre-Show - 7:30pm Feature Film - 8:30pm The tale of an eccentric band of culinary ronin who guide the widow of a noodle-shop owner on her quest for the perfect recipe, this rapturous “ramen western” by Japanese director Juzo Itami is an entertaining, genre-bending comedic adventure underpinned by a satire of the way social conventions distort the most natural of human urges—our appetites. Interspersing the efforts of Tampopo (Nobuko Miyamoto) and friends to make her café a success with the erotic exploits, and glimpses of food culture both high and low; the sweet, sexy, and surreal Tampopo is a celebration of the sensual joys of nourishment, and one of the most mouthwatering examples of food on film ever made.

Arrive early to grab popcorn and drinks, and to enjoy our one-hour pre show. We will also lead a discussion after the film for any that want to stay and participate.