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Bite to Bite A giant bluefin tuna becomes the thread connecting Nova Scotia’s fishing grounds to Japan’s legendary Tsukiji Seafood Market. Following two fishermen and a marine scientist, this compelling documentary explores the global sushi trade, overfishing, sustainability, and the challenges traditional fishing communities face in a rapidly changing, corporate-driven industry. USA, 2025, 77 minutes Director Kelly Lipscomb Distributor Widespread Creative Director Kelly Lipscomb will join in person for a special post-screening Q&A. Fishing with Jack A young angler named…

Fork in the Road  From Alaskan kelp harvesters to Kentucky dairy farmers, Fork in the Road follows independent producers challenging industrial agriculture. Through the voices of farmers, chefs, and advocates, the film explores regenerative food systems, revealing how sustainable farming can strengthen communities, improve health, and help restore the planet for future generations. USA, 2026, 89 minutes Directors Jonathan Nastasi & Vivian Sorenson Distributor Cinema Collett Paradise Buffet In a buffet restaurant, a diverse group of characters access a wide…

Going Dry Following alcohol-free advocate Andy Ramage, Going Dry tracks moderate drinkers through a transformative 90-day break from alcohol. Blending personal stories, scientific evidence, and expert insight, the film challenges cultural norms, exposes industry influence, and explores the growing sober-curious movement with compassion, transparency, and hope for healthier living. Canada, 2026, 90 minutes Director Jon Hyatt Distributor Infinite Focus Films The Boys and the Bees On a rural Georgia farm, beekeeping parents nurture their sons, sharing lessons of family, resilience,…

Sponsored by Herbin Jewellers   Don’t Call Me Chef A celebrated young chef challenges fine dining traditions, proving collaboration, compassion, and creativity can redefine excellence in the modern kitchen. France, 2026, 28 minutes Directors Maxime Siegle & Matthieu Vollaire The Soil Remembers Life on Montgomery Sky Farm reveals how purpose, stewardship, and caring for the land create a lasting legacy for future generations. USA, 2026, 21 minutes Director Rio Oshiro The Nature of Wally Hamm Organic farming pioneer Wallace Hamm…

Italian Wannabe  After losing his wife and acclaimed Los Angeles restaurant, celebrated chef Bill Disselhorst returns to the Italian village where they first fell in love with slow food. This heartfelt documentary is a film of grief, renewal, and the healing power of community, proving that sometimes the journey home is the greatest recipe of all. USA/Italy, 2026, 90 minutes Director Steve Dabal Distributor The Family Collective Samsa Nasìr dreams of attending a prestigious cooking school, but first must create…

Hello Betty  In 1956 Switzerland, advertising visionary Emmi Creola creates Betty Bossi, a fictional housewife who becomes a national icon. As Betty’s fame grows, Emmi struggles to balance ambition, family, and identity in a witty, heartfelt story about reinvention, female empowerment, and challenging the expectations of a changing society. Switzerland, 2025, 107 minutes Director Pierre Monnard Distributor Picture Tree International Mariana Velásquez x Sur la Table Cookbook author Mariana Velásquez reveals how food, storytelling, and visual artistry come together to…

While researching a remote fish farm, marine biologist Johanne uncovers a series of unsettling events linked to the mysterious deaths of two teenagers. As suspicion turns toward the dark depths of the fjord, this atmospheric thriller blends science, folklore, and suspense to reveal secrets lurking beneath the surface. Norway, 2026, 94 minutes Director Pål Øle Distributor Samuel Goldwyn

All Rivers Spill Their Stories to the Sea  When poisoned crabs and lobsters wash ashore, devastating a small fishing town in Northeast England, veteran fisherman Stan Rennie becomes an unlikely activist. Told with gallows humour, fierce local character, and a thick coastal accent, this compelling David-and-Goliath story follows one community fighting for answers as its world changes forever. UK, 2026, 90 minutes Director Jeanie Finlay Distributor Glimmerama Limited What Wine Owes to the Night A poetic nocturnal journey reveals the…

Qajaq Man  British chef Mike Keen kayaks 3,000 kilometres along Greenland’s west coast, living off the land and sea while embracing Inuit traditions. Blending breathtaking landscapes with personal adventure, Qajaq Man is an inspiring documentary of food, resilience, community, and survival in one of the world’s most remote and extraordinary environments. Norway/Denmark/Greenland, 2026, 67 minutes Director Joe Derrick Distributor Landmark Films Sponsored by Mara Medical Aesthetics   Wilderness Property Guardians Discover the untamed beauty of Nova Scotia Nature Trust’s 100…

A Life Illuminated Marine biologist Dr. Edie Widder descends into the ocean’s darkest depths on an ambitious quest to capture bioluminescence as never before filmed. Her groundbreaking expedition reveals astonishing creatures, scientific wonder, and the fragile beauty of Earth’s last unexplored frontier, inspiring awe, curiosity, and urgent protection of our living, glowing seas. USA, 2025, 89 minutes Director Tasha Van Zandt Distributor Autlook Filmsales IDODO Inspired by a Papua New Guinean folktale, this visually stunning film celebrates Indigenous storytelling through…

On the Sea On the rugged coast of North Wales, a mussel harvester’s quiet life is upended by the arrival of a charismatic newcomer. As family expectations, buried desires, and community prejudice collide, this intimate drama explores identity, belonging, and the courage it takes to live an authentic life. UK, 2025, 111 minutes Director Helen Walsh Distributor Dark Star Pictures Fragmentos de Mar From sea to table to design, discarded shells find new life, transforming sustainability into beautiful handcrafted lighting…

IMPORTANT LOCATION CHANGE: Due to a scheduling conflict, this screening has been moved to a new venue at the same scheduled time. We apologize for the change. Please note that the new venue has a smaller capacity, so tickets will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Tamatta Ataqatigiippugut – We Are All Connected Greenlandic artist Arina revives Inuit traditions, teaching her children that honouring nature is essential to protecting the future. Greenland, 2025, 5 minutes Director Arina Kleist Living Waters An Inuit Elder…

Everything We Need Is Here Seeking healing in Manitoba’s Boreal Forest, an avid mushroom forager embarks on a journey of discovery alongside Indigenous and Settler land defenders protecting Canada’s remaining wild places. As stories of trauma, resilience, and renewal emerge, the film reveals the profound connection between personal healing, community, and the natural world. Canada, 2025, 85 minutes Director Katharina Stieffenhofer Distributor Growing Local Productions Growing Together: A Journey in Agriculture Two northern growers cultivate food, knowledge, and resilience, inspiring…

In Cod We Trust In one of the world’s northernmost fishing villages, cod shapes every aspect of life. Through the stories of quirky residents, refugees, fishermen, and lifelong locals, this warm and humourous documentary explores community, identity, and belonging in a remote Arctic town where resilience thrives against the odds. Norway, 2026, 84 minutes Director Guro Saniola Bjerk Distributor Rise and Shine World Sales Dried and Smoked Fish As mullet season arrives in southern Brazil, two women celebrate tradition, resilience,…

The Queen & the Smokehouse For four decades, the beloved owner of a seaside smokehouse has been the heart of her Polish community. When failing health forces her to step away, she confronts change as her town transforms into a tourist destination. A tender, beautifully observed portrait of identity, resilience, and place. Poland, 2025, 66 minutes Director Iga Lis Distributor KFF Sales & Promotion By Committee When workplace politics threaten lunchtime harmony, one determined committee serves up laughs, rivalry, and…

Hen Escaping the harsh confines of an industrial farm, a determined hen wanders into the unpredictable human world in search of home. Through her watchful eyes, this inventive fable blends dark humour and poignant social commentary, exploring survival, compassion, displacement, and the universal desire to find belonging against all odds. Germany/Greece/Hungary, 2025, 96 minutes Director György Pálfi Distributor Raven Banner Entertainment Check Please A friendly dinner turns hilariously chaotic when two stubborn friends battle over the bill in an outrageous…