Dinner Rush
User Score
7.1 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 3 out of 14

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  1. MaryannM.
    Sep 24, 2008
    10
    Danny was outstanding in this performance as portraying the "Old county" traditional Italian father along with its culture. The demonstration of cooking fine continental cuisine was genuinely captured on the screen than I have ever seen. The climax at the end was a perfect twist and perfect timing. This movie can only validate realists mindset and represents a culture truly missed.
  2. DianaD.
    Jan 8, 2005
    8
    Quirky, memorable and ultimately a terrific, one-of-a-kind ensemble film about (among other things) family, food, artistic integrity, love and loyalty.
  3. SusannahD.
    Jan 30, 2002
    8
    Clever, a truely well crafted film. I can't wait to see more of Bob Giraldi's work. We a great director here.
  4. ChrisM.
    Nov 26, 2001
    6
    Does anyone know the name of the main opera song in the film?
  5. KarolS.
    Nov 12, 2001
    10
    This is one of the best films made in a long time. The acting, writing, direction and cinematography are first-class and the movie itself is like a hearty sauce...every ingredient adds to the flavor. This is a must-see!
  6. MarinaG.
    Nov 10, 2001
    10
    This is the kind of movie that all filmmakers should aspire to achieve. The writing, acting direction, and cinematography were Oscar level. See this movie!
  7. ArnoldP.
    Nov 5, 2001
    9
    Gritty, fresh filmaking, oh so cleverly fusing the backdrop of a real lower Manhattan restaurant, filled with spicy and engaging characters. Here is the wicked comic/dramatic portrayal of obnoxious patrons, chefs, sex, and gangsters. A gem of a ensemble cast, bravo Danny Aielo with an ending would make Scorsese proud. Films like this give independent filmaking a good name and show what Hollywood "product" lacks. … Expand
  8. AndyS.
    Oct 8, 2001
    7
    Terrific performances and skillful direction more than make up for the contrived plot.

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Metascore
79 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. New Times (L.A.)
    Reviewed by: Luke Y. Thompson
    90
    Some of the finest ensemble acting this year.
  2. Village Voice
    Reviewed by: Michael Atkinson
    80
    The cast never skips a beat, particularly Mark Margolis as the most obnoxious dinner customer in cinema history and Summer Phoenix as his unfazed waitress.
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  3. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Marrit Ingman
    67
    A pleasant and often surprising ensemble dramedy set almost entirely within the walls of a busy, fashionable Tribeca trattoria on a spectacularly busy Tuesday night.
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