Rice Rhapsody (alternative title Hainan Chicken Rice) (Chinese: 海南雞飯, literally meaning Hainanese chicken rice) is a 2004 film directed by Kenneth Bi. Cast include Sylvia Chang and Martin Yan. Hainanese chicken rice (Chinese : æµ·å鸡é¥) is a dish common in Singapore and Malaysia, where it was invented by immigrants from Hainan in China. ... 2004(MMIV) is a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is in need of attention from an expert on the subject. ...
RiceRhapsody is as squeaky clean as the city of Singapore itself, a pristeen clean that infuses the film with an ethereal glow.
The cast is equally appealing to the eye, and sincere in their heartfelt portrayal of a struggling single mother and her three devoted (if sometimes disappointing) sons.
RiceRhapsody is sweetly satisfying, but much like an episode of Yan Can Cook, it will leave you hungry for a taste of his food.