"Julie & Julia" is a 2009 American comedy-drama film directed by Nora Ephron. The film is based on two true stories: the memoir "Julie & Julia" by Julie Powell and "My Life in France" by Julia Child with Alex Prud'homme. The movie stars Meryl Streep as Julia Child and Amy Adams as Julie Powell.
The film tells two parallel stories. The first follows the life of renowned chef Julia Child in the 1940s and 1950s as she embarks on a culinary journey and writes her groundbreaking cookbook, "Mastering the Art of French Cooking." The second storyline is set in the early 2000s and follows Julie Powell, a young woman who decides to embark on a year-long journey of cooking all 524 recipes from Child's cookbook and documenting her experiences in a blog.
"Julie & Julia" received positive reviews, particularly for the performances of Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. Meryl Streep was nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal of Julia Child. The film is celebrated for its heartwarming and charming portrayal of the joy of cooking, love, and the pursuit of passion.