Culinary Cinema Series in Partnership with Coronado Island Film Festival: Fish & Men - The High Cost of Cheap Fish, A Documentary Feature Film By Darby Duffin & Adam Jones
Experience the ultimate fusion of food and film in this extraordinary collaboration between two of the most iconic festivals in San Diego: the San Diego Food + Wine Festival and Coronado Island Film Festival.
The 2024 Culinary Cinema series is a perfect marriage of sensory pleasure. Immerse yourself in the stories and flavors that define the art of gastronomy through a curated selection of films, each paired with a culinary experience or tasting that complements the on-screen story. In addition to the screenings, the series will feature engaging panel discussions, providing insights from filmmakers, on-screen talent, and renowned chefs. This is your chance to meet and greet the creative minds behind the films and the culinary geniuses who bring the food to life.
FISH & MEN
The High Cost of Cheap Fish
A Documentary Feature Film
By Darby Duffin and Adam Jones
FISH & MEN exposes the high cost of cheap fish by revealing how consumer demand drives the global seafood economy threatening local fishing communities and public health.
Today, 91% of the seafood in America is imported as the U.S. is flooded with six billion tons of foreign seafood. Most consumers eat blissfully unaware of where their seafood comes from or even think to ask. Yet, the demand-driven seafood economy is having dire consequences.
FISH & MEN exposes the high cost of cheap fish by revealing how our choices as consumers drives the global seafood trade threatening local fishing communities and public health.
Winner of the 2020 Audience Awards for Best Documentary Feature CIFF is excited to bring the film to a LIVE audience.
Today, 91% of our fish is imported and the U.S. is flooded with six billion tons of imported seafood. Consumers across America eat blissfully unaware of where their seafood is from or the dire consequences that a demand for five species of fish sourced from distant oceans brings to our shores. FISH & MEN exposes the high cost of cheap fish in the modern seafood economy and the forces threatening local fishing communities and public health by revealing how our choices as consumers drives the global seafood trade. But, a new movement is underway – an opportunity to return sustainability to both fish and fishermen. Thriving on local communities, pioneering fishermen and celebrated chefs are leading a revolutionary new model, a ‘Catch of the Day’ revival based on local, seasonal, sustainable fish – introducing consumers to discover new varieties of storied seafood and reconnect us with those who risk their lives to harvest the bounties of the sea.
Q+A with Filmmakers and Producers Darby Duffin and Adam Jones and renowned fishery expert, Tommy Gomes.
Tommy Gomes, known as Tommy the Fishmonger, is a San Diego native with Portuguese roots and a long family history in tuna fishing. After retiring from commercial fishing, he became a fishmonger in 2003 and helped grow a leading seafood supplier. In 2011, he was named one of San Diego Magazine’s “50 People to Watch.” He later founded Catalina Offshore Product’s Seafood Education and Nutrition Center and the nonprofit Collaboration Kitchen to promote seafood education. A champion of sustainable fishing and zero-waste practices, Gomes is especially known for creating a market for underutilized parts of the opah fish. His mission is to bring fresh, local seafood from San Diego’s fishermen to tables across the country.
This special culinary experience will be followed by a tasting fused with seafood, specialty beverages and a chance to meet the filmmakers!
Access to the Culinary Cinema series is included with a Coronado Island Film Festival Emerald Badge. Passes will sell out.
Emerald Badge Info:
This all-inclusive badge is the best way to enjoy all the festival has to offer! Early Reservations (pre-public), Access to Films, Events & Parties, Kick-Off BASH – Taste of the Festival, Opening Night Film + After Party, The Jury Awards, Access to the Culinary Cinema Series, Hospitality Lounge, Hosted Weekend Happy Hours (badge-holders only), Morning Coffee, etc.
Full details: https://festival.coronadofilmfest.com/
CIFF Culinary Cinema Series in Partnership with SDFW - Fish & Men Documentary Feature Film
DATES:
Thursday, November 7, 2024
12 PM
LOCATION:
John D. Spreckels Center and Bowling Green
1019 7th Street
Coronado, CA 92118
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ABOUT CORONADO ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL
IMPORTANT INFO
Must be 21+ to attend. No infants or children permitted.
The event will take place rain or shine.
All attendees subject to security screening and bag check.
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