What Happens at the End of Le Cirque: A Table in Heaven?

At the end of 2005, New York's famed restaurateur, Sirio Maccioni, closed Le Cirque, destination of the rich and famous. During 2006, he and his three sons, open a new Le Cirque, taking four months longer and $4 million more than planned. The film follows this process, the new restaurant's opening, and the emotional impact of two New York Times reviews over the next few months. Maccioni, in his 70s, seems tired, chained to his work for his sons's sake; then, the restaurant opens and his indefatigable charm returns. It's a roller coaster ride. At the film's end, Maccioni, with a small Gucci bag on his hip, receives communion in a church in his home town of Montecatini Italy.

Andrew Rossi's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Tony Bennett (Self)'s journey. During 2006, he and his three sons, open a new Le Cirque, taking four months longer and $4 million more than planned.

How Does Tony Bennett (Self)'s Story End?

• Tony Bennett: Tony Bennett's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Joan Collins (Self): Joan Collins's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Bill Cosby (Self): Bill Cosby's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Le Cirque: A Table in Heaven Mean?

The ending of Le Cirque: A Table in Heaven brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Tony Bennett's story may not satisfy all audiences.