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Batali: The Fall of a Superstar Chef
Batali: The Fall of a Superstar Chef

Batali: The Fall of a Superstar Chef

Genres

Documentary

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This astonishing glimpse into the restaurant world examines sexual harassment concealed within the industry, causing many employees to suffer in silence or leave their jobs rather than confront a celebrity chef or powerful owner who can ruin their career.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

79 mins

Rating

5.5/10

Release Date

22 September 2022

Country

United States of America

Cast

Mario Batali

Mario Batali

Self

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