Chez Schwartz (2007)
Overview
Chez Schwartz takes us inside a year in the life of Schwartz's Deli - the unique 75-year-old landmark on Montreal's historic Main. Filmed through changing seasons, from the quiet of early morning preparation to the frenetic bustle of packed lunch times and never ending line-ups, to the more relaxed ambiance late at night - Chez Schwartz is an evocative, cinematic portrait of a small spunky deli known worldwide equally for its atmosphere and smoked meat.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $292,500.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.368 |
Directed By
Garry Beitel
TOP CAST
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