Movie Reflection: The Hundred-Foot Journey

October 31, 2025

The Hundred-Foot Journey

Last night I watched The Hundred-Foot Journey, and it stirred something in me I can’t quite put into words. It was one of those movies that fills you up from the inside out, not just because of the food (though the food is beautiful), but because of the feeling behind it all.

The story takes place in a little French village where an Indian family opens a restaurant right across the road (just a hundred feet away) from a fancy French one. You’d think it would just be about competition, but it’s really about connection, learning, and finding home in unexpected places.

I loved how it showed that food can bridge worlds and how it carries memories, love, and even courage. The scenery is gorgeous, the kitchens feel alive, and every meal seems to have a heartbeat. I found myself smiling through most of the movie, just soaking in the colors, the flavors, and the sense of belonging that runs through it.

It reminded me that joy often comes from simple things: cooking, sharing a meal, opening your heart to something new. It’s the kind of movie that makes you want to slow down, taste your food, and notice the beauty in ordinary moments.

If you haven’t seen it, I highly recommend it. It’s not just a movie about food - it’s about what happens when we’re brave enough to cross that “hundred-foot journey” in our own lives.

Still Curious. Still Growing, Still Grateful.

by Janis @ Simple Raw and Natural

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