TOAST

Cinemavixion Review

"Toast" offers a tender and poignant exploration of childhood, culinary awakening, and the complexities of family. Set against the backdrop of Wolverhampton in 1967, the film beautifully captures the world through the eyes of young Nigel Slater, a boy with an extraordinary palate and an even more extraordinary culinary destiny. The narrative navigates his early life, marked by the loss of his mother and the arrival of a formidable stepmother, Joan. The film excels in depicting the evolving dynamics within the Slater household, particularly the subtle culinary rivalry that blossoms between Nigel and Joan, each vying for the affection of Nigel's father. S.J. Clarkson's direction is sensitive, allowing the performances, especially from the young Oscar Kennedy as Nigel, to shine. "Toast" is a nostalgic and heartwarming journey into the formative years of a renowned chef, celebrating the power of food to connect, heal, and inspire.