TOAST - UK foodie comedy w/ Freddie Highmore and Helena Bonham Carter October 14, 2011

TOAST is the ultimate nostalgia trip through everything edible in 1960’s Britain. Based on the hilarious and touching memoir of food writer Nigel Slater’s childhood, and set to the songs of Dusty Springfield, it’s a delicious love letter to the tastes and smells that turned a young boy into a lifelong foodie. Nigel’s mother (Victoria Hamilton) appears to have been the world’s worst cook, boiling unopened cans of food to a soggy pulp and nervously refusing young Nigel’s (Oscar Kennedy) suggestions that she try an occasional fresh veg. After many a ruined dinner they fall back on that old reliable, toast—the one dish she has mastered. But Nigel loves her dearly, and is devastated by her early death, leaving him and his lonely dad (Ken Stott) to look after each other. When new cleaner Mrs. Potter (Helena Bonham Carter) arrives, her curves, charms and fabulous lemon meringue pies quickly bewitch Nigel’s father, and, much to his son’s horror, the three move to the country to live together. The one silver lining is Domestic Science class at Nigel’s new school, where Nigel (now played by Freddie Highmore) can finally shine. Soon he and Mrs. P. have embarked on a highly competitive cooking duel, vying for Dad’s affections. Directed by S.J. Clarkson.

"A Billy Elliot of the culinary arts..." - Stephen Holden, NEW YORK TIMES

"…poignant, amusing and endearing. No need for marmalade. Just butter, and enjoy." - Rex Reed, NEW YORK OBSERVER

"A delicious treat…Helena Bonham Carter is dazzling." - Rick Warner, BLOOMBERG NEWS

"Utterly charming, witty and visually splendid nostalgic trip through the '60s… a gem of a feature directorial debut." - Doris Toumarkine, FILM JOURNAL

The film’s running time is 96 minutes; it is not rated.

Showtimes (Valid 10/14/-10/20): Fri-Sat at 12:30, 2:50, 5:00, 7:10, 9:20; Sun at 12:30, 2:50, 5:00, 7:10; Mon-Thur at 2:50, 5:00, 7:10.

Official Website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=172661986151530