In the climax of the film, Remy, the talented rat chef, and Linguini, his human friend and puppet, must work together to save Gusteau’s restaurant from a disastrous food critic review.
Throughout the movie, Remy dreams of becoming a chef despite being a rat, and Linguini, a garbage boy at Gusteau’s, dreams of being a chef despite lacking culinary skills. Together, they form an unlikely partnership, with Remy hiding under Linguini’s chef hat and controlling his movements to cook incredible dishes.
In the final moments of the film, Anton Ego, the feared food critic, arrives at Gusteau’s restaurant to sample the cuisine. However, due to a series of mishaps and misunderstandings, Linguini is unable to cook, and Remy is exposed as the true culinary genius behind the dishes.
Despite the chaos, Remy and Linguini manage to work together to create a simple yet delicious dish: ratatouille. Anton Ego is transported back to his childhood with a single bite of the dish, and he writes a glowing review of the meal and the restaurant, declaring that anyone can cook.
The film ends with Gusteau’s restaurant experiencing a surge in popularity, with Remy and Linguini leading the kitchen to great success. Remy’s family of rats also finds a place in the kitchen, living harmoniously alongside the human chefs.
Through its heartwarming conclusion and themes of friendship, perseverance, and the power of food to unite people, “Ratatouille” delivers a satisfying ending that leaves viewers with a sense of joy and fulfillment as the credits roll.