Review of Somm (2013) by Brian C — 05 Oct 2013

Great look at the dificult path to becoming a master sommelier.

This review of Somm (2013) was written by Brian C on 05 Oct 2013.

Somm has generally received positive reviews.

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By Matthew G (778) on 19 Dec 2014

This film follows several testosterone-driven men (the only women are their rather irritating wives) attempting to boast about how much they…

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By Jay C (350) on 28 Dec 2013

I was able to relate to the individuals in this film as my chosen career is not easy to pursue either and I am walking away with a new appreciation…

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By Frank C (286) on 12 Dec 2016

I had no idea becoming a Master Sommelier was so tortuous, but wow these guys are SO dedicated and they really reap the dividends after…

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By Gregeporter (21) on 30 Aug 2015

Bottom line: Somm is a stellar documentary about the fascinating world of sommeliers. A sommelier is an expert of wine…

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By Daniel T (1,126) on 18 Aug 2013

It is seldom that I come across a great movie that inspires me to want to do exceptional things. This is one of those movies…

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By Emma Janzen (1) for Austin American-Statesman (501) on 26 Jun 2013

This film will teach you something new about the beverage and the people that make up its world, and at the very least, you will walk away…

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By Brett B (1,185) on 28 Sep 2013

Pleasant, though a bit too much 'hands on' shooting made for reality-style scenes…

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By Jon Y (38) on 15 Apr 2014

Tommy & his bud Jonathon told me about the movie last week over drinks. Then a guest at work (who was one) told me to watch it too…

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By Debby C (38) on 10 Nov 2014

So interesting! A tense documentary that's as much about obsession and passion as it is about wine tasting…

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By Stuart P (444) on 14 Oct 2015

An excellent inside look at the world of wine and the extremely challenging exam to become a master sommelier....watching as a relative outsider…

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