Bridget Besaw/2021/94 Min/Sustainable Food & Ag, Environmental & Social Justice, Health & the Environment
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Rating, Audience & Advisory Info
Recommended ages 12+
Synopsis: In this food justice documentary, activist and urban farmer Germaine Jenkins is taking on the power structure in Charleston, SC, to counter the tide of toxic food that has ravaged her community for decades. Will this oasis in a food desert survive and advance civil rights' latest frontier, or become another mirage in the battle against food apartheid?
Accolades
"We are very enthusiastic about (Rooted), The themes of food justice, navigating local politics, and the racial dimensions of leadership and healthcare are wonderfully woven together.” 38th Annual Virginia Film Festival 2024
"Our jury felt (Rooted) was an exemplary example of independent filmmaking. I absolutely loved every frame of this film." Chair of the Feature Documentary jury for the 25th Annual Fargo Film Festival 2025
Program Information: Arrive early when doors open, and stay after the film for enlightening facilitated dialogue with relevant experts and advocates. Additional program details appear below, inline with each screening description.
A One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest-winning film, Empathy Gap (2025, 5 Min) by Justyna Ośka, will also be featured.
4950 W. Thomas St., Chicago, IL 60651
Friday 4/24/2026
Doors Open at 6:00 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 6:30 PM (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.
10 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Friday 4/24/2026
Doors Open at 6:00 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 6:30 PM (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
At this specific screening, we will also show the Oscar-nominated short film Planetwalker: Dominic Gill/2025/31 Min/Historical Perspectives, Transportation, Conservation
Synopsis: After witnessing a devastating oil spill, a man takes a vow of silence and gives up motorized transport, embarking on a 17-year journey across the US to raise awareness about environmental issues, armed only with a banjo and his principles. Check out the trailer here!
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.
Springer Suites in Rebecca Crown Library
7900 Division St, River Forest, IL 60305
Monday 4/27/2026
Doors Open at 6:00 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 6:30 PM (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.
