Vatel is a 2000 French-British historical - drama film directed by Roland Joffé, written by Jeanne Labrune and translated by Tom Stoppard, and starring Gérard ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vatel_(film)
In 1671, Francois Vatel, a master chef, entertainer and steward, is hired by the Prince de Conde to prepare an important feast for the upcoming arrival of King Louis ... http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/vatel/