Watch: The Automat 2021 123movies, Full Movie Online – Documentary centers on the vending machine popularized in the 20th century that offered fresh cooked meals in a commissary-style eatery..
Plot: The 100-year story of the iconic restaurant chain Horn & Hardart, the inspiration for Starbucks, where generations of Americans ate and drank coffee together at communal tables. From the perspective of former customers, we watch a business climb to its peak success and then grapple with fast food in a forever changed America.
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automat, where art thou
I’ve always been fascinated with automat even though I’ve never been to one, I’ve only seen them on tv but the idea of getting your food from a vending machine just always seemed really fascinating. In japan, delivering food by tech/automation is a huge part of the food culture there. They automate the delivery of food in so many ways, it’s probably confusing to most westerners. And yes, they do have ‘automat’ style restaurants. I love that the producers have made this film because it preserves a bit of food history so it doesn’t get lost. In cities across the country, there are special places known to locals that represent for that area, and their history needs to be preserved not replaced, if not in 3D, then in digital. The only difference here is in the delivery. My only criticism is that the film doesn’t explore food delivery in other countries, like japan. Nor does it mention that one reason ‘automat’s don’t exist today is because of regulations for food safety. Nor does it mention very much that the success was based on volume sales. Probably one of the first american businesses that depended on volume sales which is commonplace today but not when ‘automat’s existed. And, starbucks is not ‘automat’; not even close. But you could compare the warehouse mart to that business model because they also depend on volume sales and they also offer signature items that reinforce the brand but lose money in sales. And, the film doesn’t offer a peak at the future because ‘automat’ will be back eventually in some form.
What a joy!
Watching this exquisite documentary is such a joyful experience! It’s as delicious and unforgettable as an exquisite meal with your favorite friend. The interviews with Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner, Ruth Badger Ginsberg and Colin Powell, all sharing their favorite Automatic memories make fir delightful company. Made with love and great talent, one will want to revisit this gem often!
Original Language en
Runtime 1 hr 19 min (79 min)
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Genre Documentary
Director Lisa Hurwitz
Writer Michael Levine
Actors Ron Barrett, Mel Brooks, Lorraine Diehl
Country United States
Awards 7 wins & 8 nominations
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