The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover
Lust...Murder...Dessert. Bon Appetit!
Set in an upscale London restaurant, this film delves into the dark interplay of power and betrayal. Albert Spica, the tyrannical owner, is more interested in his own indulgence than in providing a pleasant experience for his patrons. His wife, Georgina, becomes increasingly repulsed by his boorish behavior and finds solace in a clandestine affair with a fellow diner, Michael. As their secret relationship unfolds, the stakes rise dramatically when Albert uncovers their infidelity, leading to a chilling quest for revenge. This gripping narrative explores themes of obsession, cruelty, and the complexities of human relationships.
1989 · Crime, Drama · France, United Kingdom
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Set in an upscale London restaurant, this film delves into the dark interplay of power and betrayal. Albert Spica, the tyrannical owner, is more interested in his own indulgence than in providing a pleasant experience for his patrons. His wife, Georgina, becomes increasingly repulsed by his boorish behavior and finds solace in a clandestine affair with a fellow diner, Michael. As their secret relationship unfolds, the stakes rise dramatically when Albert uncovers their infidelity, leading to a chilling quest for revenge. This gripping narrative explores themes of obsession, cruelty, and the complexities of human relationships.
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About this movie
The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989) is a movie on MEDIACAST.
Country: France, United Kingdom. Genre: Crime, Drama. Year: 1989.
Director: Peter Greenaway.
Starring: Michael Gambon, Richard Bohringer, Helen Mirren, Alan Howard, Tim Roth.
Plot: Set in an upscale London restaurant, this film delves into the dark interplay of power and betrayal. Albert Spica, the tyrannical owner, is more interested in his own indulgence than in providing a pleasant experience for his patrons. His wife, Georgina, becomes increasingly repulsed by his boorish behavior and finds solace in a clandestine affair with a fellow diner, Michael. As their secret relationship unfolds, the stakes rise dramatically when Albert uncovers their infidelity, leading to a chilling quest for revenge. This gripping narrative explores themes of obsession, cruelty, and the complexities of human relationships.
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The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover was released in 1989.
Who starred in The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover?
The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover stars Michael Gambon, Richard Bohringer, Helen Mirren, Alan Howard, Tim Roth.
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