Organised by: City of Santa Monica and Sustainable Works
Date/Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm PST
Location: Virtual
Description: Eating Our Way To Extinction takes audiences on a cinematic journey around the world, from the depths of the Amazon rainforests to the Taiwanese Mountains, the Mongolian desert, the US Dust Bowl, the Norwegian Fjords and the Scottish coastlines, telling the story of our planet through shocking testimonials, poignant accounts from indigenous people most affected by our ever-changing planet, globally renowned figures and leading scientists. This powerful documentary sends a simple but impactful message by uncovering hard truths and addressing, on the big screen, the most pressing issue of our generation – ecological collapse.
Confronting and entertaining, this documentary allows audiences to question their everyday choices, industry leaders and governments. Featuring a wealth of world-renowned contributors, including Sir Richard Branson and Tony Robbins, it has a message of hope that will empower audiences. The film is narrated by Academy Award Winner, Kate Winslet.
A panel discussion with Christine Tran, Executive Director LA Food Policy Council, Dana Ellis Hunnes, Vegan/plant-based Dietitian, UCLA Professor, & Author, and Gerard Wedderburn-Bisshop, Scientist, Author and Director of Replant Byron who is featured in the film. Sarah Spitz, UC Master Gardener, Los Angeles County, will moderate the panel.
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