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King Georges

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King Georges
Directed byErika Frankel
CinematographyFrédéric Tcheng
CountryUSA
LanguageEnglish

King Georges is a 2015 American documentary film written and directed by Erika Frankel. The film follows world-renowned French chef Georges Perrier, and his downfall that saw his Philadelphia-based Le Bec-Fin restaurant shutter.[1]


Synopsis

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The film follows chef Georges Perrier, and his Philadelphia-based restaurant Le Bec-Fin. The restaurant was considered to be one of the best in the United States, but the chef shuttered the location after over 40 years of operation.[2]

The film's focus is on a chef past their prime, but highlights the close relationship he has mentoring his apprentice.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Stein, Joshua David (2016-03-01). "Review: Documenting the Madness of Philadelphia's 'King Georges'". Eater. Retrieved 2021-07-29.
  2. ^ Rapold, Nicolas (2016-02-26). "Review: 'King Georges' Chronicles a Famed Restaurant's Downfall". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-07-29.
  3. ^ Jordan, Sarah (Feb 22, 2021). "INTERVIEW: Director Erika Frankel". Philadelphia. Retrieved July 28, 2021.