About Burnt

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• Making / Production
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About

Burnt is a drama film released in 2015. The film is directed by John Wells and written by Steven Knight. It follows the story of Adam Jones, a chef who seeks redemption and a third Michelin star after destroying his career due to drug and alcohol addiction.

The plot revolves around Adam's journey to rebuild his reputation and open a new restaurant in London. As he assembles a team of talented cooks, he must confront his personal demons and strive for perfection in the culinary world. The film explores themes of passion, redemption, and the pursuit of excellence.

Making / Production

Burnt was filmed primarily in London, England. The production team worked closely with culinary consultants to ensure an authentic portrayal of the restaurant industry. The film showcases elaborate cooking scenes and dishes that were created with the assistance of professional chefs.

Actors

• Bradley Cooper as Adam Jones: The protagonist and a talented chef, Cooper portrays Adam as a determined and perfectionist character.
• Sienna Miller as Helene Sweeney: A sous chef who becomes Adam's right-hand in the kitchen.
• Daniel Brühl as Tony: Adam's friend and restaurant owner who supports his comeback.
• Riccardo Scamarcio as Max: A rival chef who adds tension to the story.
• Emma Thompson as Dr. Rosshilde: Adam's therapist who helps him confront his past.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was originally titled "Chef" but was changed to avoid confusion with the 2014 film of the same name.
• Bradley Cooper trained extensively with professional chefs to prepare for his role as Adam Jones.
• The kitchen scenes were carefully choreographed and coordinated to create a realistic and fast-paced environment.
• The recipes featured in the film were created by renowned chef Marcus Wareing.

Awards

Burnt received nominations for various awards, including the Italian Online Movie Awards for Best Supporting Actor (Riccardo Scamarcio). While it did not win any major awards, the film was praised for its performances and culinary depictions.

Quotes

• "You can't see it, but you can taste it." - Adam Jones
• "Perfection is an illusion." - Dr. Rosshilde
• "A great chef is an artist, and an artist has to be pushed." - Adam Jones

Music

The musical score for Burnt was composed by Rob Simonsen. The soundtrack features a mix of original compositions and licensed tracks that enhance the dramatic and emotional moments of the film.

Soundtrack

• "Fire and Water" - Andrew Stockdale
• "I Want to Be Your Dog" - Iggy Pop
• "Mr. White" - Khonnor
• "The Mistake" - Moby
• "Alone in Kyoto" - Air
• "Bogeyman" - The Worms