The Cakemaker

"Some may find its reticence off-putting or even irritating, but at heart it’s just a tender love triangle with a ghost in the middle."

"The scenes between Kalkhof and Adler are truly something special."

"A terrifically impressive feature debut..."

"Natural performances from Kalkhof and Adler root the melodrama in genuine pathos."

"The Cakemaker is a testament to what filmmakers can achieve when they trust the audience."

"This provocative, unexpected and finally very moving work is as unusual a love story as you are likely to find."

"Like all good pastries, this grief-infused drama makes a strong impression while working from a classic recipe."

"The film’s aftertaste is sweet."

"A poignant film about mourning and forgiveness."

"A tender, tactile and just-sweet-enough story of hidden love, challenged faith and unwittingly shared grief..."