IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users82%
Director: Bob Byington•Genres: Comedy, Drama
A successful but unfulfilled stockbroker impulsively quits his job and wanders into a Moroccan restaurant, where he's mistaken for the new cook. He embraces the deception, finding unexpected purpose and connection in the kitchen.
Today's Special received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its quirky charm and understated performances, though some found its pacing uneven and its narrative a bit too slight. Audiences generally responded well to its offbeat humor and feel-good story.
Praised for its unique premise and quirky, offbeat humor.
Appreciated for its heartfelt performances, particularly from the lead.
Some critics noted a leisurely pace and a story that could have been more developed.
Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's gentle humor and the satisfying arc of the protagonist finding himself. Many found it a charming and surprisingly touching independent film.
The film features a notable soundtrack, with many songs performed by the lead actor, Dean Wareham, who is also a musician known for his work in the bands Galaxie 500 and Luna.
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