Overview

• 'Nonnas,' directed by Stephen Chbosky and starring Vince Vaughn, premiered on Netflix on May 9, 2025, and currently holds an 86% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
• The film tells the true story of Joe Scaravella, who opened Enoteca Maria in 2007 to honor his late mother and grandmother by employing grandmothers as chefs.
• Critics have praised the movie’s emotional warmth, heartfelt performances, and its celebration of culture and intergenerational bonds, though some note its narrative predictability.
• The cast includes veteran actresses Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, and Brenda Vaccaro, who portray the 'nonnas' with humor and depth.
• The real-life Enoteca Maria, which inspired the film, expanded in 2015 to feature grandmothers from around the world, sharing diverse culinary traditions.