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The film tells the story of a retired and widowed Chinese master chef Chu (Si Hung Lung) and his family living in modern day Taipei, Taiwan. At the start of the film, he lives with his three attractive daughters, all of whom are unattached. As the film progresses, each of the daughters encounters new men in their lives. When these new relationships blossom, the stereotypes are broken and the living situation within the family changes.. The film features several scenes displaying the techniques and artistry of gourmet Chinese cooking. Since the family members have difficulty expressing their love for each other, the intricate preparation of banquet quality dishes for their Sunday dinners is the surrogate for their familial feelings.

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Starring: Sihung Lung, Yu-Wen Wang, Jacklyn Wu

Released: August 3, 1994

Runtime: 123.0

Popularity Rating: 4.860

Ang Lee Productions, Central Motion Pictures, Good Machine

Taiwan, United States of America

Chu Sihung Lung
Jia-Ning Yu-Wen Wang
Jia-Chien Jacklyn Wu
Jia-Jen Yang Kuei-Mei
Li Kai Winston Chao
Jin-Rong Sylvia Chang
Guo Lun Chen Chao-jung
Raymond Lester Chan
Rachel Yu Chen
Madame Liang Kuei Ya-Lei
Class Leader Chi-Der Hong
Coach Chai Gin-Ming Hsu
Sister Chang Huel-Yi Lin
Chief's Son Shih-Jay Lin
Ming-Dao Chin-Cheng Lu

Camera — Director of Photography: Jong Lin
Directing — Director: Ang Lee
Editing — Editor: Tim Squyres
Production — Executive Producer: Feng-Chyt Jiang
Production — Producer: Kong Hsu
Production — Producer: Li-Kong Hsu
Sound — Original Music Composer: Mader
Writing — Screenplay: Ang Lee
Writing — Screenplay: James Schamus
Writing — Screenplay: Wang Hui-Ling