# Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain (2021)

> An emotionally unvarnished documentary traces Anthony Bourdain’s restless career, cultural curiosity, and enduring legacy through his own footage and the memories of those closest to him.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/452213

## Facts

- Runtime: 119 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Morgan Neville
- Cast: Anthony Bourdain, Nancy Bourdain, Joel Rose, Karen Rinaldi, Kim Witherspoon, Philippe Lajaunie, Tracey Westmoreland, Lydia Tenaglia
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14512538/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: emotionally raw, intimate, melancholic, reflective evening, documentary night

## Synopsis

A captivating journey through the life of a culinary icon, exploring the depths of passion and adventure.

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