I am pretty excited to check out this film that has been named Best Documentary by the Lighthouse International Film Festival, and was a winner of the Jury Feature Prize at the San Francisco Independant Film Festival. It was produced by Shira and Yoav Potash, and my feeling is that is going to inspire activism and creative solutions rather than getting depressed over a sobering issue. My enthusiasm is especially peaked since Hartford has taken the initiative of accepting food stamps at the local farmers markets that are open around the city from May to October. So progressive!
This film, "
Food Stamped is an informative and humorous documentary film following a couple as they attempt to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet on a food stamp budget. Through their adventures they consult with members of U.S. Congress, food justice organizations, nutrition experts, and people living on food stamps to take a deep look at America’s broken food system."
The film is being shown for free at the main branch of the Hartford Public Library in the Hartford History Center on October 24th from 6-8pm. Included with the screening will be a panel discussion with Grace Damio from the Hispanic Health Council, Lucy Nolan from End Hunger CT and Martha Page from Hartford Food Systems. It will be moderated by Stuart Parnes of the Connecticut Humanities.
Check out the trailer below and hope to see you there!
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