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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 13 Ratings

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  1. BlancoA.
    Sep 30, 2001
    9
    Seriously, if you don't cook or have access to people in your family or circle of friends who cook, don't see this movie!! The food looks just too good to go back to fast food. Trust me, I know. The acting is brilliant and the story is beautiful.
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  2. TessaD.
    Aug 4, 2002
    10
    Brilliantly thought out, with superb acting on the parts of Tucci, Shalhoub and Holm, the movie delivers all the goods, and a side dish to boot. A celebration of life and love, the film has a big heart. A must-see for anyone who has a stomach, and especially for anyone who has a little Italian pride, this one hits home. A real triumph!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. MarcoV.
    Aug 4, 2002
    10
    Amazing, delicous, heartbreaking and simply beautiful. A film is to be treasured and recognized as a tribute to the American Dream. This film will fill your plate, and warm your heart.
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  4. BobH.
    Aug 19, 2001
    9
    A delightful character study, filled with subtle humor and insights. Tucci and Shalhoub are marvelous, and the final scene is an understated delight. A must see, although not on an empty stomach -- you'll long for Italian food throughout.
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  5. TravisR.
    Sep 15, 2005
    10
    It is perfect.
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  6. DavidO.
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    One of the finest "little movies" of the last 30 years. An absolute gem full of spot-on acting and wonderful writing.
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  7. JessicaM.
    Nov 16, 2002
    3
    It's a realy bad movie.
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  8. MichaelA.
    Mar 21, 2003
    10
    I loved it.....real and warm.....great acting and a great script.
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  9. AndyM.
    Dec 19, 2002
    10
    So good, a moving movie with plenty of character and wonderful moments of pure food delight...simple and excellent.
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Metascore
80 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. ReelViews
    Reviewed by: James Berardinelli
    88
    In addition to their deft skill with light drama, the directors understand well-placed humor, and throw just the right amount of comedy into the mix to make Big Night fun without turning it into an outright farce.
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  2. Film.com
    Reviewed by: Sean Means
    80
    It's so good, so jam-packed with delights, that it leaves you gorged -- and bemoaning the fatty glop that passes for moviemaking these days.
  3. USA Today
    Reviewed by: Mike Clark
    88
    A robustly imaginative sleeper
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