Short film "Food Miles" April 16th
The Springfield Environmental Film Festival will feature two short films from the e2 series. "Food Miles" will kick off Food Night on Friday, April 16th at 6:30.
You can see the synopsis and trailer at their website.
In the 21st century global food economy, most foods travel an average of 1,500 miles from farm to plate. As renowned author Michael Pollan asserts, the impacts of this fossil fuel-driven system are detrimental to the environment, but also to our health and social wellbeing. Writer Michael Shuman argues that investing in local food systems shortens the distance between who we are and what we eat and creates wealth in the community. Local food production provides the opportunity to lessen the environmental impact of the global food market and build healthier, more sustainable communities. This film is the most recent installment of the “E² Transport” series examining sustainable transportation alternatives with potentially far-reaching effects. The series introduces a broad range of ideas to address the crises of automobile culture and fossil fuel dependence: from existing technologies, to long-term urban planning, to economic incentive. Narrated by Brad Pitt. Directed by Tad Fettig. Senior Producer: Veronique Bernard. Executive Producers: Karena Albers and Tad Fettig.
After the film at 7:00, our guest speaker will be Lillie Jasper, Chief Operating Officer of the Springfield Urban League. She'll speak about their efforts to promote new community gardens in Springfield. We'll also have information about the upcoming Local Food Awareness Day at the State Capitol.
The feature film of the night is The Garden at 7:30. Check here for a full festival schedule.