Born in Japan in 1949, expelled from school and thrust into a kitchen with little training, Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa is today a global culinary icon. The documentary Nobu, directed and produced by Matt Tyrnauer, traces Matsuhisa’s journey from Japan to Peru, Alaska, and Malibu, charting his rise—and setbacks—along the way. Featuring interviews with Robert De Niro and Cindy Crawford, Tyrnauer explores the Japanese-Peruvian fusion that earned Nobu international acclaim, Michelin stars, and an unlikely path into Hollywood’s inner circle. The movie pays homage to the meticulous craft and pursuit of excellence that has shaped the chef’s enduring legacy. —Charlie St John