Film Screening: Today’s Special Featuring Aasif Mandvi From 'The Daily Show'

Press release from Rivertown Film:

Today's Special is a delightful “foodie” comedy set in the Jackson Heights Indian community, starring Aasif Mandvi (from “The Daily Show,” and the film’s co-screenwriter) and Bollywood icons Madhur Jaffrey (also a renowned Indian cookbook author) and Naseeruddin Shah (“Monsoon Wedding”). An upscale Manhattan chef takes over his family’s rundown restaurant in Queens after his father’s heart attack. A chance encounter with a taxi driver—and worldly master chef—helps him not only salvage the family business but also rediscover his passion for life through the art of Indian cooking.

“Imaginative, warm and witty. . .an irresistible delight. It is alive with a screen full of captivating characters, all written with affection and exquisitely played by a raft of fine actors.”—Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

“A winning comedy set in a New York Indian restaurant sends out engaging characters and great looking food from its kitchen.”—Kurt Honeycutt, Hollywood Reporter

Tickets will go fast—order in advance at www.rivertownfilm.org or by calling (800) 838-3006.

(*If some last-minute work obligation arises, appearance could be canceled. We don't expect this but need to say it.)

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Come early to hang out with your neighbors and fellow film buffs and enjoy a snack & glass of wine.