Delicatessen (1991)

Synopsis of Delicatessen

A post-apocalyptic future becomes the setting for pitch black humor in this visually intricate French comedy. The action takes place within a single apartment complex, which is owned by the same man that operates the downstairs butcher shop. It's a particularly popular place to live, thanks to the butcher's uncanny ability to find excellent cuts of meat despite the horrible living conditions outside. The newest building superintendent, a former circus clown, thinks he has found an ideal living situation. All that changes, however, when he discovers the true source of the butcher's meat, and that he may be the next main course. This dark tale is played out in a brilliantly designed, glorious surreal alternate world reminiscent of the works of director Terry Gilliam, who co-presented the film's American release. Like Gilliam, co-directors Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro hail from an animation background, and have a fondness for extravagant visuals, absurdist plot twists, and a sense of humor that combines sharp satire with broad slapstick and gross-out imagery. This mixture may displease the weak of stomach, but those attuned to the film's sensibility will be delighted by the obvious technical virtuosity and wicked sense of humor. ~ Judd Blaise, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

100 mins

Director(s):

Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Marc Caro

Writer(s):

Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Marc Caro, Gilles Adrien

Producer(s):

Claudie Ossard

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Violence, Nudity, Adult Language, Questionable for Children, Adult Humor)

Categories:

Special Interest, Comedy

• 1991 - European Film Academy - Best Production Design
• 1991 - European Film Academy - Best Production Design
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Production Design
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Production Design
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best First Film
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Original Screenplay
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best First Film
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Original Screenplay
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Original Screenplay
• 1991 - French Academy of Cinema - Best Editing

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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