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Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)

โ€œFall in love with your workโ€

7.7/10 ยท 797 votes 1h 22m pg Documentary

#11 of 249 films from 2011 #31 of 80 in documentary

Directed by David Gelb

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Overview

Revered sushi chef Jiro Ono strives for perfection in his work, while his eldest son, Yoshikazu, has trouble living up to his father's legacy.

Cast

Jiro Onoas Self
Masuhiro Yamamotoas Self
Yoshikazu Onoas Self
Daisuke Nakazamaas Self
Takashi Onoas Self
Hachiro Mizutanias Self
Harutaki Takahashias Self
Hiroki Fujitaas Self
Tsunenori Idaas Self

Facts

Release dateJune 11, 2011
Runtime82 min (1h 22m) โ€” shorter as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresDocumentary
LanguageEN
Box office$2,550,508
IMDbtt1772925

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Questions

How long is Jiro Dreams of Sushi?
Jiro Dreams of Sushi runs 82 minutes (1h 22m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Jiro Dreams of Sushi worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 797 votes, which places it #11 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 96%) and #31 among 80 documentary titles.
Who directed Jiro Dreams of Sushi?
Jiro Dreams of Sushi was directed by David Gelb. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022), The Lazarus Effect (2015).
Who stars in Jiro Dreams of Sushi?
Jiro Ono as Self; Masuhiro Yamamoto as Self; Yoshikazu Ono as Self; Daisuke Nakazama as Self; Takashi Ono as Self; Hachiro Mizutani as Self.
What is Jiro Dreams of Sushi rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Jiro Dreams of Sushi?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/262722.

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