The Menu is one of those movies that balances itself between comedy and horror. It is both parts creepy and funny at the same time. It is a take on these super chefs with devout following and fanfare. Yet, the movie takes it way darker than you would believe. I was shocked at how much I enjoyed the movie. The overall message is art gets watered down when the rich discover it and your heart isn’t in it anymore once it becomes a job.
-Ralph Fiennes as Chef Slowik: He is the villain/anti-hero. He made me laugh at specific points in the story. He has one of the funniest moments toward the end with Leguizamo. I almost feel sorry for him…almost.
-Anya Taylor-Joy as “Margot”: Her big eyes and expressions are stunning. The falls on her because she is in most of the scenes. She plays it well as the outsider with a bit of hidden history. She is willing to stand up for herself and figures out some things.
-John Leguizamo as the Movie Star: That’s just his name. We never found out his real name. He’s that guy. I think it is a take on Tom Cruise. He is very funny and has one of the funniest moments with Fiennes.
-Hong Chau as Elsa: She plays the overzealous henchman that goes a bit too overboard with her devotion to the main villain.
If you get a chance, check out this movie. I dug it; it was a pleasant, creepy, surprise.
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