Comfort Food (2024)

Other name: 食愈 ; Shi Yu

Description:

The film "Comfort Food" delves into the life of a male protagonist navigating the intense pressures of a workplace internship while silently battling social phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and mild depression. Each day brings a fresh wave of anxiety and stress, making his professional life incredibly challenging. To find respite and reclaim a sense of control, he develops a peculiar and deeply personal coping mechanism. Every evening after work, he embarks on a unique culinary quest guided by his own 'random bus rules,' deliberately seeking out different eateries and diverse food experiences across the city. Through this ritual of discovery and the mindful enjoyment of food, he finds profound relaxation and an essential escape from his daily struggles. The narrative beautifully illustrates how these simple, yet profound, moments of savoring meals become his most effective form of therapy, allowing him to unwind, de-stress, and gradually find comfort amidst the complexities of his mental health journey.

Episodes: 6

Duration: 20 min.

Airs On: Jul 18, 2024

Producer: Tencent Video

Director: Chen Mo 陈墨/ Jiang Haiwei 江海威

Country: Korean

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2024

Genre:Comedy; Food