The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

“The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover,” directed by Peter Greenaway, is a visually striking and provocative film that explores themes of power, infidelity, and revenge. Set primarily in an opulent restaurant, the story follows the tumultuous and intertwined lives of a brutish gangster, his disenchanted wife, her secret lover, and the observant chef, leading to a dramatic and unexpected climax.