Mottainai Kitchen (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2020, Mottainai Kitchen is a documentary film directed by David Gross, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Mottainai Kitchen is a culinary road movie, tackling the issue of food waste and other environmental issues in Japan, searching for sustainable solutions. The film follows filmmaker and food activist David Gross as he discovers the fascinating Japanese concept of “Mottainai“, meets local chefs, scientists and farmers while creating tasty recipes for a “Zero Waste Kitchen Revolution”.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mottainai Kitchen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mottainai Kitchen page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mottainai Kitchen (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mottainai Kitchen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mottainai Kitchen worth watching?
- Mottainai Kitchen holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Mottainai Kitchen released?
- Mottainai Kitchen was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.