Review of Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) by Jerry J — 19 Jul 2012

In search of perfection, today sushi must be better than yesterday's.

This review of Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) was written by Jerry J on 19 Jul 2012.

Jiro Dreams of Sushi has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Larushka Ivan-Zadeh (441) for Metro (UK) (700) on 31 Aug 2017

At 81 minutes it could do with being still more bite-sized but it's a must-see morsel for foodies. Eat first - it'll make you ravenous…

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By Peter C (1,037) on 28 Aug 2018

Amazing, now if you excuse me, I gotta watch it again…

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By Ryan S (2,401) on 17 Jan 2016

An incredible film about more than just sushi, but about a man and the dynasty and legacy that he built for himself through sheer hard work…

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By Joe G (740) on 27 Sep 2016

This film was absolutely beautiful and flawless like the sushi that Jiro Ono presents to his guests…

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By Joshua F (508) on 01 Jan 2016

Yes, the documentary is about a chef making sushi, but it is so much more than that…

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By Nilufer R (1,189) on 19 Oct 2015

Well I think Jiro is a megalomaniac like all great chefs. It was interesting though watching the documentary all about sushi, which I love…

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a film that knows about humans all too well, tantalizing our taste buds and warming our hearts…

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By Brian C (2,025) on 14 Jun 2015

Wonderful documentary about the world's greatest sushi chef…

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