Jayson Vistal

Boiling Point (2021) Dir. Philip Barantini Rating: 9/10 "Boiling Point is a film that should not be enjoyed, but rather should be experienced." Boiling Point follows the story of the head chef Andy Jones (Stephen Graham) as he takes on the busiest night for the restaurant during the most active season of the year--Christmas season. The story opens up with a surprise visit from a health and safety inspector that sets the staff on the edge as they receive a deteriorating score from 5 to 3. The anxiety build-up and claustrophobic experience of the film top Josh Safdie's "Uncut Gems," or shall I say, "Uncaaah Jhaamzz." Despite a fast-paced and busy kitchen, the director still tells the story of everyone working in the restaurant through a bit of a peak of their conversation. This is a very well-acted film and has mastered the one-take shot. Stephen Graham was exhilarating in this film, with his honest, urgent, and vulnerable acting elevating the screen every time he's in---truly an award-worthy performance. The Boiling Point is a very important film that serves a very important lesson that the least thing you can do is to be nice to everyone. We all have our own burdens to carry; a little kindness won't do you hurt. Boiling Point is available on Netflix, but only to some regions. If you enjoy complaining to every restaurant, you should watch this to teach you a lesson—definitely, a one-of-a-kind experience. Ps. If this film is a steak, this is well-done.