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The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover
1989 2h 4m Peter Greenaway

The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

★ 7.5 IMDb
Crime Drama Made in Europe
When churlish mobster Albert Spica acquires an upscale French restaurant in London, he dines there nightly, effectively scaring off the clientele with his bad manners. His wife, Georgina, is especially disgusted by him, and soon begins an affair with regular guest Michael. Despite their best efforts to keep it secret, Spica learns about their trysts, and he plots a terrible revenge.
Production DesignerBen Van Os

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Awards & Festivals
Nominated European Film Award for Best Production Designer
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