Posted by Sheryl Kirby in films, news and media on May 4, 2007 at 1:29 pm
I hate it when we drop the ball.
April was a messed up month here at the TasteTO offices and the many tickets for Hot Docs screenings we had purchased in advance sat in a drawer unused, as we just didn't have time to make it out. So Greg and I decided, without even looking at the schedule, to take a pass this year on the Toronto Jewish Film Festival (even thought it's one of our favourites - what other festival hands out free snacks while you're waiting in line?), figuring we wouldn't have time. We didn't even bother to look at the schedule.
Turns out there are three really interesting food-related films that look to be worth a viewing.
One of the Last
Thursday, May 10, 2pm, Al Greene Theatre
The story of a Ukrainian immigrant family’s arrival in Ottawa to open the famous Rideau Bakery. An intimate and heart warming look at the importance of family and the impact their business had on an entire community. It also touches upon the survival of a business amidst changing times and technological advancements.
airing with...
California Schmeer
A funny, yet historically rich look at the history of the bagel and shmeer – from cultural significance, to its current place as common everyday comfort food. This documentary charts some 350 years of history into its brisk running time.
Chez Schwartz
Thursday, May 10th, 5:15pm, Bloor Cinema
Certain to make even vegetarians crave a smoked meat sandwich, this loving tribute to the Montreal institution, Schwartz’s Deli, takes a nostalgic look back at the famed restaurant’s 79 year history. Compiling interviews with current and past staffers, devoted customers and a colourful array of neighbourhood characters, including the late animator, Ryan Larkin, director Gary Beitel returns to the Festival to give audiences a delightfully entertaining and rich cultural portrait of Montreal. You may also see some familiar faces amongst the throngs of devoted patrons.
Tickets for One of the Last are $6 per person (matinee price) and tickets for Chez Schwartz are $10 (general admission price). More info on locations and ordering tickets can be found at the Toronto Jewish Film Festival website.
