The Perfect Sandwich
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| Directed by | Oliver London |
| Starring | Sofia Shepherd Lloyd Meyers Brook Carpenter |
Production company | Ephemeral Dream Motion Picture Company |
Release date | 11 May 2023 |
Running time | 122 minutes |
| Country |  Opthelia |
| Language | English |
The Perfect Sandwich is an Opthelian comedy-drama film about the culinary staff at a prestigious restaurant, directed by Oliver London and released in 2023. It was nominated in several categories, including Best Film, at the 2023 IDU Film Festival.
Summary[edit | edit source]
The Perfect Sandwich is a comedy-drama that whisks audiences into the chaotic world of a prestigious Opthelian bistro, Marigold (filmed at Crescent Table, Eddington), where Chef Marion Beasley aspires to create a sandwich masterpiece for a revered food critic. Beasley, masterfully portrayed by Sofia Shepherd, is a culinary genius whose sublime sandwich becomes a battleground for her own perfectionism. Each ingredient chosen unfolds a story, showcasing her complex relationship with food, life, and the pursuit of excellence.
In the kitchen's frenetic arena, Lloyd Meyers brings levity and wit as the lovable Sous-Chef, Edgar Morris. The foil to Beasley's fervency, Edgar's comedic interludes and playful scepticism about the solemn significance of sourdough or the poignant poetry in prosciutto provide a delightful contrast. His quips cut through culinary pretensions, shining a light on the joy and absurdity that accompanies the quest for perfection.
On the day of reckoning, when the critic arrives to pass judgment, the kitchen is a storm of nerves, hopes, and fears. The sandwich, simple yet sophisticated, sits poised for evaluation upon the porcelain plate; an edible mosaic of heritage and craft. A balanced film that serves humanity with humour, The Perfect Sandwich elevates the everyday into an art form, with Shepherd and Meyers delivering performances that resonate with anyone who has ever dared to dream of creating something perfect.
IDU Film Festival 2023 Nomination[edit | edit source]
The film was nominated for Best Film for its "heartfelt narrative, exploring personal ambition and the artistry behind a craft often taken for granted: the humble art of cooking".[1]
Sofia Shepherd's portrayal of Chef Marion Beasley was nominated for Best Lead Actor due to her "nuanced performance, capturing the essence of a gifted chef whose love for food is as intense as her drive for excellence".[1]
Lloyd Meyers' depiction of Edgar Morris was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his "expert blending of humour and depth, serving both as a culinary and emotional foil that elevates the narrative, bringing heart-warming balance to the intensity of the film's pursuit of perfection".[1]