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.

Wild Hope: Mission Impossible

Producer: David Murdock
Directors: David Murdock

This film tells the inspiring story of how a late-career epiphany led “wacky genius” Pat Brown to abandon his academic career and commit himself to fighting global warming and biodiversity collapse, starting with a surprising product – an impossibly delicious plant-based hamburger.

WILD HOPE is a series that highlights the conservation changemakers who are sparking new hope for the future of our planet. Pat Brown will be in attendance. Tangled Bank Studio Production.

ABOUT PAT BROWN: Biochemist maverick Pat Brown pioneered work in genomics, virology, and even open access to scientific publishing. Now, his obsession with cattle ranches and beef burgers has spawned a new era of genius in plant-based protein, biodiversity loss, and carbon sequestration.

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/