CHRISTIAN VINCENT

HAUTE CUISINE (2013)

Starring Catherine Frot. Directed by Christian Vincent.

Hortense Laborie, a renowned chef from the Périgord, is astonished when French President Francois Mitterand invites her to become his personal cook, responsible for creating all his meals at the Élysée Palace. 

Despite jealous resentment from the other kitchen staff, Hortense quickly establishes herself, thanks to her indomitable spirit. The authenticity of her cooking soon seduces the President, but the corridors of power are littered with traps...

HAUTE CUISINE (2013)

Starring Catherine Frot. Directed by Christian Vincent.

Hortense Laborie, a renowned chef from the Périgord, is astonished when French President Francois Mitterand invites her to become his personal cook, responsible for creating all his meals at the Élysée Palace. 

Despite jealous resentment from the other kitchen staff, Hortense quickly establishes herself, thanks to her indomitable spirit. The authenticity of her cooking soon seduces the President, but the corridors of power are littered with traps...