Following in the footsteps of the El Bulli documentary that wowed foodie fanatics recently, the film 'Jiro Dreams of Sushi' is making waves in the food and film world.
Filmmaker David Gleb turned his lens on the world's most celebrated sushi chef Jiro Ono. By delivering top notch food coverage and the inspirational story of the 85-year-old sushi master, David Gleb has successfully tapped into a blossoming niche market of curious food lovers. Jiro Ono is the only sushi chef to be honored with three Michelin stars and has been called a "national treasure" by his native Japan. Focusing on performing the fundamentals of the celebrated cuisine perfectly, Ono crafts simplistic raw morsels have been called the best sushi in the world.
The film premiered at this year's Tribecca Film Festival to rave reviews. The success of this film demonstrates a shift in the market. As populations become more food conscious and appreciative of artisan edibles, it is likely that documentary film making will continue to shift their focus towards the food world and its many celebrities. Foodies everywhere rejoice, because drool-worthy programming has made the transition from small screen to silver.
Sure to have you drooling in fifteen minutes flat, Jiro Dreams of Sushi demonstrates an interesting revolution in the art of documentary film making.
Sushi-Centric Documentaries
'Jiro Dreams of Sushi' Follows World Renowned Sushi Chef Jiro Ono
Trend Themes
1. Gourmet Documentaries - Opportunity to explore the world of artisan edibles and the stories behind the chefs and restaurants.
2. Celebrity Chefs - Opportunity to showcase the personalities and stories behind the world's most renowned chefs.
3. Food Conscious Populations - Opportunity to cater to a growing audience of foodies who are passionate about sustainable, healthy and ethical dining experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Film Industry - Opportunity to leverage the growing niche market of gourmet documentaries and produce content for both small screen and silver screen.
2. Food Industry - Opportunity to partner with filmmakers and utilize gourmet documentaries to showcase culinary creations, promote sustainable practices, and drive traffic to restaurants and food-related events.
3. Travel Industry - Opportunity to explore culinary tourism and offer curated travel packages featuring behind-the-scenes experiences and exclusive access to celebrity chefs and restaurants.