The next revolution
By Georgeann Johnson May 9, 2008 San Miguel de Allende
Film
The Future of Food
Wed, May 14, 3pm
Teatro Santa Ana
Biblioteca Pública
Insurgentes 25
50 pesos
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There is a revolution happening in the farm fields and on the dinner tables of America--a revolution that is transforming the very nature of the food we eat. |
The Future of Food offers an in-depth investigation into the disturbing truth behind the unlabeled, patented, genetically engineered foods that have quietly filled US grocery store shelves for the past decade.
| From the prairies of Saskatchewan, Canada to the fields of Oaxaca, Mexico, this film gives a voice to farmers whose lives and livelihoods have been negatively impacted by this new technology. | |
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The health implications, government policies and push towards globalization are all part of the reason why many people are alarmed by the introduction of genetically altered crops into our food supply.
Shot on location in the US, Canada and Mexico, The Future of Food examines the complex web of market and political forces that are changing what we eat as huge multinational corporations seek to control the world's food system. The film also explores alternatives to large-scale industrial agriculture, placing organic and sustainable agriculture as real solutions to the farm crisis today. Chances are that you take your next meal for granted. Will that always be the case? In these turbulent times of slash-and-burn economics and foreign policy, our food supply is affected. And not only the supply, but the essence of food.
When is a tomato not a tomato? When it has been infected with the essence of flounder. And “infected” is the right word. How does a foreign agent enter a tomato? By riding on the back of a virus. How does a virus love thee? Let the agro-scientist count the ways.
At the end of 2008, the remaining restraints of NAFTA law will be phased out. With the transgenic (GMO) agro-giants already salivating at the border, there will be little protection left for small farmers and a safe food supply.
The Future of Food was shown over a dozen times as a work in progress in Mendocino County, California before the March 2004 election and was the primary element in passing Measure H which bans the planting of genetically engineered crops in the county. It is the first time US citizens have voted on this very important issue. All the people who worked on The Future of Food are proud that our efforts have had a real impact in the real world.
Excerpted from www.thefutureoffood.com.
Ready to make some noise?
Join The San Miguel Silver Spoon for this screening of The Future of Food and meet other sanmiguelenses interested in local, sustainable practices that can more directly effect the health of the local food supply for the Bajío and all of Mexico. The SM Silver Spoon meets once a month to discuss ways to better support high-quality food supplies and the preservation of organic, seasonal, local producers in our area.
Cinemateca, May 12–18, 2008
José Luis Pick’n’tip
The Pick
Blame It on Fidel
This perfectly executed film is a joy to behold and Julie Gavras nails this effort with great skill. Nina Kervel-Bey is perfectly cast as Anna, one of the most amazing little girls I've ever seen. Her every expression is priceless as she struggles to find her place in a very confusing world. I am also very impressed with the camera work here. Everything is shown from Anna's point of view, Anna's eye level, until the last scene of the film. Blame It on Fidel is filled with great moments, wonderfully painted characters, and, of course, Anna! This movie is a must see.
The Tip: In order to provide the best viewing experience, the show times for some movies may be adjusted to accommodate their length. Be sure to check the schedule carefully. I also want to remind you of our new ticket price: 50 pesos and discount cards buy 12 shows for 450 pesos. Starting Monday, after 11am, buy your tickets in advance for any movie or show of the week. If you have a discount card, collect your pass to secure a seat; don’t take the risk of being locked out. Would you like to receive this info by email? Write to José Luis at
alephamour@hotmail.com. Thank you.
The Movies
Zeitgeist (2007)
Monday, May 12 at 3pm
Tuesday, May 13 at 5pm
Documentary, English, 118 minutes.
Director and writer: Peter Joseph.
This film gathers information from many sources and puts it together in a way that shows it is possible for people to be manipulated by large institutions, governments and economic powers. It is divided into three parts. 1. Religion: Pagan astrological beliefs compared to modern and ancient religions. 2. 9/11: An overview of the numerous questionable aspects of this immensely important event. 3. The Federal Reserve Bank: A history of its formation and ability to control the economy. With many news clips from tragic events in history, audio excerpts from those who believe people are being misled about the level of freedom they have, this riveting documentary will anger those who agree with it as well as those who do not. A very timely and important piece of work that all free-thinking people should see. Viewer Content Warning: This film contains stock photos and film of war and September 11 scenes that may not be suitable for all viewers.
Blame It on Fidel (2006)
Monday, May 12 at 5:30pm
Thursday, May 15 at 3pm
Foreign drama, French with English subtitles, 99 minutes.
Director: Julie Gavras. Cast: Nina Kervel-Bey, Julie Depardieu, Stefano Accorsi, Benjamin Feuillet.
Nina Kervel-Bey stars as nine-year-old Anna, a privileged young girl living in Paris and comforted by a simple life filled with order and routine. But over the course of one year, Anna’s structured life is thrown into turmoil when her parents are drawn into Paris’s turbulent and radical seventies political scene. Julie Gavras (daughter of famed French filmmaker Costa-Gavras) directs this 2007 Sundance Film Festival competition entry.
La Vie en Rose (La Mome) (2007)
Tuesday, May 13 at 7pm
Foreign drama, French with English subtitles, 141 minutes.
Director: Olivier Dahan. Cast: Marion Cotillard, Pascal Greggory, Sylvie Testud, Gérard Depardieu, Emmanuelle Seigner.
Marion Cotillard earned an Oscar for playing beloved Parisian singer Edith Piaf, whose passion for her music saw her through a life filled with tragedy. From her forlorn childhood in a brothel to her big break at Louis Leplée's (Gérard Depardieu) nightclub and her premature death at the age of 47, director Olivier Dahan creates a loving portrait of the legendary chanteuse. Sylvie Testud and Pascal Greggory co-star in this critically acclaimed biopic.
The Future of Food (2004)
Wednesday, May 14 at 3pm
Saturday, May 17 at 4pm (En Español)
Documentary, English, 90 minutes.
Director: Deborah Koons Garcia.
Before compiling your next grocery list, you might want to watch this eye-opening documentary, which sheds light on a shadowy relationship between agriculture, big business and government. By examining the effects of biotechnology on the nation’s smallest farmers, director Deborah Koons Garcia reveals the unappetizing truth about genetically modified foods: You could unknowingly be serving them for dinner.
Homage to Chagall (1977)
Wednesday, May 14 at noon
Thursday, May 15 at 5pm
Art documentary, English, 90 minutes.
Director: Harry Rasky. Cast: James Mason, Joseph Wiseman.
Homage to Chagall pays special tribute to the iconic artist with images of his magnificent paintings. Marc Chagall and his wife, Vava, also give fascinating interviews detailing Chagall’s work, life and unfailing commitment to his Jewish faith.
Across the Universe (2007)
Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30pm
Contemporary movie musical, English, 133 minutes.
Director: Julie Taymor. Cast: Jim Sturgess, Evan Rachel Wood, Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther, James Urbaniak, T.V. Carpio, Bono, Eddie Izzard.
An American girl (Evan Rachel Wood) and a British lad (Jim Sturgess) fall in love amid the upheaval of the sixties in this musical featuring classic Beatles songs and a mix of live action and innovative animation. On an excursion to America, Liverpool dock worker Jude (Sturgess) falls for Lucy (Wood). When Lucy’s brother (Joe Anderson) is drafted, Jude and Lucy take a stand as anti-war activists. Dana Fuchs, Bono and Eddie Izzard co-star.
Kids Movies: Cartoons
Saturday, May 17 at noon
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