Big Night
An impeccably crafted, endearing story of Italian immigrant brothers trying to survive as restauranteurs in 1950's America. Isabella Rossellini, Ian Holm and Minnie Driver feature in this celebration of the art of cooking and the joy of eating.
Year: 1996
Genre: Comedy, Film Festivals 1997, Food in Film
Country: USA
Director: Campbell Scott, Stanley Tucci
Starring: Ian Holm, Isabella Rossellini, Minnie Driver, Stanley Tucci, Tony Shalhoub
Duration: 109 Minutes
Rating: M
7.3/10
Location in store: Art House Cinema
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