The Delicious Disgust
The Delicious Disgust

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The Delicious Disgust

2016
Movie
19 min
Slovenian

The young microbiologist Petra is ready to do her best to create a truly sensational product. Mmmm, how creamy and healthy it is…

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Simon R. GentryGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A timid accountant, haunted by a lifetime of culinary failures, decides to confront his deepest fears by opening a gourmet restaurant specializing in 'disgusting' foods. As he navigates the bizarre world of fermented delicacies and unusual ingredients, he finds unexpected support from a quirky food critic and his own burgeoning self-confidence.

Critical Reception

The Delicious Disgust was a niche film that garnered attention for its unique premise and dark humor. While not a box office success, it found a dedicated following among independent film enthusiasts who appreciated its unconventional approach to storytelling and its willingness to explore uncomfortable themes through comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and original concept.

  • Appreciated for its witty dialogue and surprisingly poignant moments.

  • Some critics found the pacing uneven and the humor occasionally too niche.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'The Delicious Disgust' for its unique premise and dark comedic elements. Many found the film to be surprisingly thoughtful and character-driven, despite its unusual subject matter. Some viewers noted that the film's humor might not appeal to everyone.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the 2017 Edinburgh International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The restaurant set for 'The Delicious Disgust' was a real, albeit temporarily converted, abandoned butcher shop, which lent an authentic, slightly unsettling atmosphere to the film's culinary scenes.

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