This movie is delightful...for foodies and non-foodies like. My copy of "Mastering" is from the 19th printing...and I grew into being a better cook watching The French Chef...The essence of Julia Child, her love of food and her joy of life leap from Meryl Streeps performance. Amy Adams as Julie does a wonderful job of expressing the emotions that range from fear to elation inherent in preparing food that sems alittle daunting...Go see this...leaving the theater you will be smiling. Tucci is darling!!!