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.

Marcella

Producer: Peter Miller and Renée Frigo, Producer’s Guild Member and founder of Oak Street Pictures, Amy Linton

Directors: Peter Miller is an Emmy and Peabody-award winning director and producer, a long-time collaborator with Ken Burns, America’s most celebrated historical filmmaker.

Writers: Peter Miller

Cast: Marcella, Chef Art Smith, Giuliano Hazan

MARCELLA is the first documentary about the remarkable life of Marcella Hazan. More than a culinary icon, Marcella was a pillar of resilience whose life story is presented in this captivating film. Overcoming early life challenges, including the loss of full function in her right hand, Marcella went on to earn a dual doctorate in the sciences before immigrating to New York. There she reinvented herself, becoming the godmother of Italian cooking. MARCELLA takes us on a dramatic, emotional, and delicious journey through her improbable, inspiring life story.

Cooking her renowned recipes and providing insightful commentary are a diverse group of luminaries, including legendary French chef Jacques Pépin, beloved television chef Lidia Bastianich, culinary innovator Shola Olunloyo, distinguished restaurateur Danny Meyer, celebrity chef April Bloomfield, Marcella’s husband, Victor Hazan and her son, chef Giuliano Hazan.

Q+A with Director, Peter Miller

Followed by Italian bites & a sponsored wine tasting (More on the Chefs and wineries coming!)

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/