This Post-Apocalyptic Gem Is Also a Hauntingly Twisted, Cannibalistic Classic

At face value, Delicatessen is all about survival and finding the next meal, but thats just the tip of the iceberg. The film goes the extra mile by seeking out comedy in the darkest corners of a world thats falling apart. Directors Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro give viewers a post-apocalyptic narrative thats equal parts eerie and absurd. In the process, they transform the bleak future of a decrepit apartment building into a bizarre stage for quirky, unforgettable characters. From the sinister butcher who runs the place to the oddball tenants who call it home, every moment is a blend of grotesque comedy and numbing suspense.