A Latina woman (Diana Elizabeth Torres) aspires to become a sushi chef while working in a Japanese restaurant. Eventually she attempts to become a sushi chef, but is unable to because she is the 'wrong' race and gender.
August 15, 2016
A simple, family-friendly film with a solid message. [Full review in Spanish]
September 25, 2015
East Side Sushi captures the grind and pleasure of the food industry as Juana shifts from numbing routine to a challenging cuisine.
September 21, 2015
Anthony Lucero's delectable debut feature has its share of on-the-nose writing and Cinderella-story contrivances, but for the most part folds its cross-cultural insights into a pleasing underdog narrative.
November 12, 2015
"East Side Sushi" is a charming little picture.
September 21, 2015
A rather humanist tone infuses "East Side Sushi," offering a sense of hope as characters choose to come together rather than be pulled apart.
November 12, 2015
So while it's entirely predictable, full of follow-your-dreams sentiment, Anthony Lucero's sincere little indie does provide an exemplary heroine.
September 24, 2015
"East Side Sushi" writer-director Anthony Lucero shows that subtle differences between cultures can be presented with great respect and concern.
August 08, 2016
A small, effective and plentiful film for the whole family. [Full review in Spanish]
August 08, 2016
The film is well intentioned, but it's poorly executed. [Full review in Spanish]
November 12, 2015
Lucero compensates for ... missteps with subtly persuasive visual choices and narrative restraint.
September 21, 2015
Endearing performances, accomplished low-budget filmmaking and a distinctive urban setting all add up to an appetizing offering.
