IMDb 6.3 2022 HD

Kitchen Brigade

Kitchen Brigade

2022
Comedy Drama
97 min NR France
6.4 / 10
6.3 IMDB

Cathy is a sous-chef wanting to open a restaurant. With financial difficulties, Cathy accepts a job at a shelter for young migrants. At first she hates the job…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Louis-Julien Petit / Constance Frederix / Auriane Lacince / Corentin Thomas / Aurélie David
Starring
Audrey Lamy / François Cluzet / Chantal Neuwirth / Fatoumata Kaba / Yannick Kalombo / Amadou Bah / Mamadou Koita / Alpha Oumar Barry

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

heartwarming inspiring predictable charming genuine touching earnest hopeful gentle well-acted slow-burn

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Mar 24, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

In 'Kitchen Brigade,' Audrey Lamy portrays a chef whose professional dreams take an unforeseen detour into social work. The film’s narrative hinges on the idea that cooking can be a catalyst for change, particularly for the young migrants…

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Samuel Davies
Mar 24, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This is a film that truly cooks. Audrey Lamy shines as Cathy, a sous-chef whose journey into a migrant shelter becomes a profound exploration of empathy and the universal language of food. The supporting cast, including François Cluzet,…

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Genevieve Dubois
Mar 24, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Kitchen Brigade' presents a narrative that, while earnest, treads somewhat familiar ground. Audrey Lamy delivers a capable performance as a chef finding purpose in an unexpected setting, working with young migrants. The film’s tone is predominantly hopeful, aiming…

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Marcus Thorne
Mar 24, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

François Cluzet adds a steadying presence to 'Kitchen Brigade,' a film that finds its heart in the unlikeliest of kitchens. Lamy is compelling as a chef whose initial career aspirations are rerouted, leading her to a shelter for…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 24, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Audrey Lamy anchors 'Kitchen Brigade' with a performance that navigates a believable arc from professional ambition to unexpected compassion. The film’s premise, while familiar, offers a gentle exploration of how shared culinary passion can bridge divides. The direction,…

FAQs

The film touches upon the experiences of young migrants by placing them at the centre of Cathy's new professional environment. While the specific details of their journeys are not elaborated upon in the provided context, their presence and interaction with Cathy suggest an exploration of their lives and the challenges they may face. The narrative uses their engagement with cooking as a way to foster connection.