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India Today
5 hours ago
- India Today
Hospitality with a heart
With exquisite food, breath-taking views, and unparalleled luxury on offer, it's little wonder that Esperit Roca, the latest enchantment from the Roca brothers is making waves and not just in Girona, Spain, where it is located. The culinary wizardry of the Roca brothers has already been well documented with the El Celler de Can Roca in Girona—their flagship restaurant boasts three glittering Michelin stars and has topped the coveted World's 50 Best list twice. Not among those who rest on their laurels, these maestros have opened charming ice cream parlours, the boutique haven of Casa Cacao, and Girona's beloved Restaurant Normal, all of which inspire awe. However, last year, the Roca brothers unveiled their pice de resistance: a grandiose countryside retreat just a smidge north of Girona, perched majestically atop the St Julia Mountain. This is not just a passion project; we're talking a sanctuary featuring a 15-room hotel, an exhibition space to ignite your imagination, a distillery for the finest spirits, a wine cellar with over 80,000 bottles, a glass recycling centre and a fresh culinary jewel of a restaurant. Suckling Pig with Pig's Feet and Sea Cucumber
Digital Trends
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (May 30-June 1)
Even as the streaming service continues to churn out original content for you to check out, Netflix is also home to some pretty fantastic movies. Some of those movies are native to the streamer, but others flit onto and off of the service almost at random. If you're looking for an underrated movie to check out this weekend on Netflix, though, we've got you covered. We've pulled together these three titles well worth your time. Recommended Videos We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+. Pig (2021) Nicolas Cage is an Oscar winner, but there was a period in his career when that was pretty easy to forget. Pig is a reminder of everything the actor is capable of and might be the best performance of his career. The film follows a former chef (Cage) living outside of Portland who ventures back into the city after the kidnapping of his truffle-hunting pig. Along the way, we learn more about who he is and why he left his life behind and also come to appreciate the role that cooking played in his life. Pig masquerades as John Wick, but the movie is more sensitive, humane, and lovely than that and might just leave you in a puddle when it's over. You can watch Pig on Netflix. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Blockbusters don't have to be depressing, and Dungeons & Dragons is a great reminder of how fun movies can be. Telling the story of a bard who escapes from prison to find his daughter, the movie is all about why so many people play this role-playing game to begin with. Filled with several discreet adventures, many great jokes, and Chris Pine being hugely charming, Dungeons & Dragons was one of the most surprising movies of 2023 and remains one of the most rewatchable blockbusters of the last few years. It's sweet, funny, and above all else, hugely entertaining. You can watch Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves on Netflix. May December (2023) Loosely adapted from true events, May December tells the story of an actress who is tasked with playing a middle-aged woman who slept with a teenager and then eventually married him. Although the movie is frequently high camp and features a trio of great performances, what's most remarkable about May December is how devastating it can be. Ultimately, this is a story about a man in his 30s who slowly begins to realize that he's been taken advantage of for decades. May December is one of Netflix's great, unheralded releases. You can watch May December on Netflix.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just added a remarkable mystery movie with Nicolas Cage — and it's already crashed the top 10
Nicolas Cage is one of the most exciting actors currently working in Hollywood. After a string of direct-to-DVD duds in the 2000s, he's enjoyed a career resurgence over the past decade, opting to pick some very interesting projects that showcase his immense talent and acting range. One such example is 2021's 'Pig,' a powerful mystery drama that sees Cage play a reclusive man kept company by his pet pig. But when unseen thieves take his pig in the dead of night, the man becomes obsessed with getting his sow back at just about any cost. Yes, it's a slightly strange premise for a movie. This unquestionably odd, but seriously impactful, movie recently landed on Netflix U.S., and it didn't take long to make an impression. 'Pig' has rocketed its way into the streaming service's top 10 list, currently ranked in the No. 4 spot ahead of Netflix original comedy 'Nonnas' and the divisive action-thriller 'Havoc.' Certainly not a bad result for this swine. If 'Nic Cage searches for his missing pig' isn't enough of a hook to sell you on streaming 'Pig' on the spot, and you need a little more convincing that this drama is worth your precious movie-watching time, here's the full scoop. Former big city chef, Rob (Nicolas Cage), now lives a simple life as a truffle-forager in the forests of Oregon. His only company, aside from the young supplier (Alex Wolff) who buys his produce every week, is his prized pig. The hog is basically his closest thing to family. Rob's peaceful existence is thrown into turmoil when unknown assailants steal his pig in the dead of night. What follows is an unfolding mystery as Rob desperately searches for his beloved animal. The hunt for answers forces him to return to the scene of his past and grapple with his trauma. But most of all, Rob wants his pig back, and over the course of the movie's trim 92-minute runtime, you'll see that the hermit is willing to go to pretty much any lengths to get it back. I'll admit when I first heard about 'Pig,' I expected a 'John Wick' style movie that would see Cage play a revenge-fueled figure on a rampage. The movie's frequent misclassification as a thriller didn't help on this front. Instead, what I got was something a lot more reflective. 'Pig' is a slowly unfolding mystery that sees Rob, with young supplier Amir (Wolff) dragged along for the ride, visit various spots around Portland hunting for any scraps of information about the missing pig. Each new place they visit doesn't just add a new puzzle piece to the mystery, but slowly peels back the curtain as viewers learn of Rob's traumatic past. The quest for the missing pig is compelling enough to drive you through the credits, but the real draw of the movie comes in its leading man. Nicolas Cage has put in some stunning performances in recent years, with 2023's 'Dream Scenario' a personal favorite of mine, but 'Pig' might just be his best work since his Oscar-winning turn in 1995's 'Leaving Las Vegas.' Yes, Cage is that darn good in 'Pig.' His character is a wounded soul, but also somebody who has found solace living off the grid. Free from the pitfalls of the big city, Rob lives a peaceful existence with his pig by his side. Right from the jump, Cage brings a textured quality to Rob, and as each new layer of his backstory is peeled back, the character only becomes richer. 'Pig' is slower paced than you might expect. I can't overstate enough that this isn't an adrenaline-pumping revenge movie, instead, it's a more reflective experience. However, the movie doesn't drag for a moment, because its lead character is so compelling and his slowly unfurling trauma is so impactful, and frankly, because you really will want to see him reunited with his pet pig. By the end, don't be surprised if you find yourself sobbing over this stolen sow. 'Pig' is one of those movies that aims to draw you in with its slightly silly premise, but underneath, it offers so much more than mere novelty. Beyond the intrigue of Nicolas Cage hunting down a missing pig, there's real soul to be found in this drama. You'll come for the kooky plot, but stay for the emotional pay-off. I'm certainly not the only one who has found a lot to appreciate about this pig either. 'Pig' holds a near-perfect 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes, which is enough to earn a 'Certified Fresh' seal of approval. Plus, its audience score is also pretty strong at 83%. However, some viewers were left a little bewildered by the movie's somber tone and slower pace. 'Like the animal itself, 'Pig' defies the hogwash of expectations with a beautiful odyssey of loss and love anchored by Nicolas Cage's affectingly raw performance,' reads Rotten Tomatoes' 'Critics Consensus,' and I echo this assessment. 'Pig' offers a lot more than you might expect. I'm glad to see more people discovering this impactful flick now that it's arrived on Netflix, and while I suspect it won't be to every subscriber's taste, Cage's powerhouse performance is reason enough to give it a chance. But, prepare yourself for a ride that will put you through the emotional wringer. Looking for something a little less heavy to enjoy this week? Here's a roundup of the best movies leaving Netflix this month that you need to stream before they're removed from the platform's library. Watch "Pig" on Netflix now
Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Netflix's Best New Movie Is An Unlikely Indie With 97% On Rotten Tomatoes
Nicolas Cage stars in the 2021 film 'Pig.' On paper, the premise for Pig sounds like the setup for a Nicolas Cage punchline: a loner of a man ventures out into the woods to rescue his stolen truffle pig. But it's not a self-aware John Wick-esque genre riff played for laughs, nor is it an over-the-top revenge thriller backed by a big budget. No, this quietly profound film is something much more; it's a meditation on grief and memory that uses its bizarre premise not for shock or irony, but for tenderness. Oh, and it also happens to be one of the best-reviewed movies of the 21st century. And it was added to Netflix this morning, accompanying what is already a stellar lineup of movies for the month of May. No, Pig is not at all what you'd expect. But perhaps more surprising than the film's shocking sophistication is the fact that more people haven't seen it, that the movie isn't much more talked about. Because very few films have achieved such great success on Rotten Tomatoes: a 97% score from 272 reviews—a feat almost unheard of for any modern film, let alone a subdued indie about a truffle-hunting recluse and his stolen pig. That amount of positive reviews broaches nearly unmatched territory, recalling what many consider to be the highest-rated movie ever on Rotten Tomatoes, Mad Max: Fury Road, which also scored 97% from 439 reviews. Not many films remain in the high-90s when approaching 300 reviews, which begs the question: shouldn't we all be watching and talking about this movie? Despite its seemingly absurd premise, Pig from director Michael Sarnoski (who also directed A Quiet Place: Day One) is anything but conventional. The film's central star, the often bug-eyed Bela Lugosi super-fan Nicolas Cage, plays Rob, a former fine-dining chef who abandons his past and decides to live deep in the Oregon wilderness with his pig, foraging truffles and avoiding any and all contact with human beings. After a violent break-in that results in his pig being stolen, Rob heads back to Portland not to seek vengeance, but to search for his lost friend—quietly, painfully, and without compromise. What follows is an incredibly emotional journey that requires some heavy acting from Mr. Cage. Critics didn't just like Pig—they were floored by it. Matt Zoller Seitz of gave the film a raving four-star review, calling it 'beguiling' and 'confounding,' the kind of movie that dares to defy genre expectations. Though it teases a gritty revenge plot, the film instead unfolds like a '70s-style picaresque character study. 'Its commitment to its own oddball vision is what makes it linger in the mind,' Seitz writes. 'It's attentive to regret and failure in ways that American films tend to avoid.' In Variety, Michael Nordine praised Cage's 'best performance in years," marveling at the film's ability to 'feel both out there and grounded, often at the same time.' He notes how Cage's portrayal of Rob brings a wounded sincerity to even the film's most bizarre moments, like underground fight clubs for restaurant workers or chapter titles named after recipes. Cage, he writes, finds something 'close to the profound in it all.' Sheri Linden of The Hollywood Reporter highlights Pig's unorthodox emotional prowess, describing it as 'a recipe that takes chances, even if not every ingredient works.' She praises the unlikely chemistry between Cage and Alex Wolff, who plays Amir, a snarky young truffle dealer reluctantly drawn into Rob's mission. Their mismatched dynamic anchors the story, with Linden pointing out how Wolff subtly reveals the self-doubt beneath Amir's ambition. 'Through it all,' she writes, 'Cage plays the enigmatic central character at the perfect simmering temperature, and without a shred of ham.' Pig takes its time, trades catharsis for contemplation, rarely delivers what you expect—and that's exactly why it has resonated so deeply with audiences and critics alike. It's a film about food, yes, but also about identity, about loss, about what remains when everything else is stripped away. Rob doesn't just want his pig back; he wants to remember who he was when he still cared about something bigger than himself. At 92 minutes, Pig wastes absolutely nothing—not a word, not a look, not a moment. It's a lean, haunting film that sneaks up on you and stays there. And with a Rotten Tomatoes score this high, we can officially deem them gem more than a cult classic—it's a critical titan. And it's now streaming on Netflix. So be sure you don't miss it if you're a subscriber.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Weekly Horoscope (May 26 – June 01): Predictions for Pig Chinese Zodiac
This week, Pig, you enter with a calmer mind and wiser heart. Your past lessons are helping you choose better paths. Do not rush to fix everything. Let grace guide your actions. Speak gently, act kindly, and carry patience. You may feel more peaceful inside, and this feeling will reflect in your surroundings. Trust yourself more now. What didn't work before is making space for what will soon grow. Weekly Career Horoscope for Pig Chinese Zodiac In career, use your wisdom, not just your effort. Let others see your calm way of handling problems. A new project may come your way, but think well before accepting. Do not feel pressure to say yes to everything. Use this week to clean old files, settle past tasks, and get organised. Colleagues may notice your quiet efficiency. Speak only when needed—your actions this week will say more than your words. Weekly Love Horoscope for Pig Chinese Zodiac In love, this is a beautiful time for emotional growth. If single, someone may be drawn to your gentle charm. Do not pretend or force anything. If in a relationship, open your heart slowly. Speak honestly, but choose peaceful words. Avoid controlling or correcting your partner too much. Give space, and the bond will grow. A small act of kindness or forgiveness will heal an old wound. Love flows better when it's soft. Weekly Money Horoscope for Pig Chinese Zodiac Finance stays smooth if you think before spending. Avoid buying to feel better emotionally. This is a good time to review your past spending and make small changes. Think of long-term comfort instead of short-term pleasure. A wise friend or elder may give you financial advice—listen carefully. Save something for future travel or learning. Even a small saving now will bring big peace later. Be simple, and wealth will grow naturally. Weekly Education Horoscope for Pig Chinese Zodiac Education brings success if you use your inner calm. Read slowly, think deeply, and make your own notes. Avoid comparing yourself with others. You may learn better through pictures or stories. Try new study methods, but do not forget the basics. Revise regularly, and sleep well to help memory. Your quiet focus will give good results. Do not stress before exams—just follow your rhythm. Learning with grace brings lasting knowledge. Weekly Health Horoscope for Pig Chinese Zodiac Your health needs care for the stomach, throat, and immunity. Eat light and warm food. Drink herbal tea or hot water with tulsi. Avoid cold drinks and late-night snacks. You may feel low energy in the middle of the week, so rest well. Go for a walk in the fresh air to clear your mind. Do not take stress to heart. Calm emotions will keep your body light and your mood balanced. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
