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Tortilla Soup (2001)
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Reviews Counted:62
Fresh:45
Rotten:17
Average Rating:6.3/10
Consensus: An English remake of Ang Lee's Eat Drink Man Woman, Tortilla Soup is as charming and flavorful as the dishes it features.
Theatrical Release:Aug 24, 2001 Limited
Box Office: $2,923,596
Synopsis: Inspired by Ang Lee's EAT DRINK MAN WOMAN, TORTILLA SOUP is the story of three grown sisters trying to cope with -- and live with -- their father (Hector Elizondo), who has one simple rule: be... [More]
Starring: Hector Elizondo, Jacqueline Obradors, Elizabeth Peña, Tamara Mello
Director: Maria Ripoll
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Reviews for Tortilla Soup
Eat dinner first, or this tasty Latino translation of Ang Lee's Eat Drink Man Woman will have your stomach growling the whole time.
08/24/01
'Tortilla Soup' gives Hector Elizondo the right recipe for his first starring role in a feature film.
07/31/02
At times, the movie smacks of a standard-issue Hollywood chick flick ... Yet Elizondo's endearingly low-key performance ultimately engenders such goodwill that these quibbles seem moot.
09/06/01
Makes you famished for spice-rubbed whole fish and lamb with orange salsa while it amply feeds your soul.
09/20/01
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10/02/02
In the tradition of grand food films that capture the tangy jolt of a just-cut pepper, this genial family-relationships tale is easy on the eyes and downright taunting to the taste buds.
08/24/01
A proud ode to Latino families and their guarded acclimation into American society.
08/01/01
A pleasant diversion.
08/23/01
Top CriticA pleasant familial drama spiced with a keen appreciation for the surprising twists and turns of romantic love.
08/23/01
A delicious little domestic romp.
07/30/01
A gem of ensemble acting with a warm, subtle performance by Hector Elizondo as a master chef overseeing three daughters.
06/11/01
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01/15/02
Its attributes and achievements are modest, but its arias, duets, and ensembles are engaging all the same.
10/19/01
Top CriticA delicious testament to love, living, and the art of eating well.
08/22/01
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03/05/02
A charming and delightful film.
08/20/01
a warm, fun, satisfying film.
08/24/01
Charming.
08/24/01
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