Picturehouse Unveils Trailer for Black-and-White Kitchen Drama 'La Cocina'

Picturehouse has just dropped the trailer for La Cocina, an upcoming black-and-white kitchen drama directed by Alonso Ruizpalacios and adapted from Arnold Wesker's renowned play, The Kitchen. The film promises to offer a gripping look into the high-stress world of a bustling Manhattan restaurant.

The trailer introduces us to a frenetic lunch rush where the pressure is palpable. Amidst the chaos, the relationship between chef Pedro, played by Raúl Briones, and waitress Julia, portrayed by Rooney Mara, begins to unravel. As the restaurant struggles to keep up with the flood of orders, the situation worsens with the discovery of missing money and unexpected revelations, pushing the kitchen to the brink of collapse.

The cast also features Anna Diaz, Motell Foster, Oded Fehr, and Spenser Granese, adding depth to this intense drama set against the backdrop of one of New York’s busiest eateries.

La Cocina is set for release on December 27, 2024. The trailer teases a dramatic and immersive experience, showcasing Ruizpalacios' unique vision and the high-stakes environment of the restaurant industry. Fans of intense, character-driven drama should mark their calendars for this highly anticipated film.