The Art of Becoming: Matt Johnson’s ‘Tony’ Deconstructs the Myth of Anthony Bourdain
In the landscape of modern independent cinema, few directors possess the kinetic, documentary-style restlessness of Matt Johnson. Known for his meta-commentary on fame and failure in films like BlackBerry and The Dirties, Johnson has turned his lens…
The Making of a Myth: How Matt Johnson’s ‘Tony’ Deconstructs the Legend of Anthony Bourdain
The culinary world has long held Anthony Bourdain in a state of hallowed reverence. From the gritty, sweat-stained trenches of New York’s late-night kitchens to the global stages of No Reservations and Parts Unknown, Bourdain was more than a chef—he was…
The Making of a Legend: Dominic Sessa and the Cinematic Reimagining of Anthony Bourdain
In the cultural zeitgeist, Anthony Bourdain remains a singular figure—a man whose gravelly voice, world-weary wisdom, and insatiable curiosity transformed the way we perceive both food and travel. Yet, as the upcoming biopic Tony prepares to pull back…
The Making of a Culinary Icon: Matt Johnson’s ‘Tony’ and the Resurrection of Anthony Bourdain
The cinematic biopic is a genre often fraught with the perils of hagiography or sanitized "greatest hits" storytelling. When the subject is a figure as polarizing, brilliant, and fiercely "no-bullshit" as the late Anthony Bourdain,…
The Making of an Icon: Matt Johnson’s ‘Tony’ Deconstructs the Myth of Anthony Bourdain
In the annals of culinary history and travel journalism, Anthony Bourdain remains a singular, towering figure—a man who transformed the act of eating into a profound exploration of the human condition. Yet, before he was the world-weary sage of Parts…
