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February 24, 2017

Go See This: “Straws” Documentary Film

Documentary filmmaker Linda Booker follows her subjects where they lead, attributing the impact of her films to the people who tell her their stories.

Pam LongobardiFor her latest film “Straws”, she singles out Jackie Nunez, founder of the Last Plastic Straw, who has been at the forefront of this movement since 2011, Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, Dr. Jenna Jambeck, Drifters Project Artist Pam Longobardi, and Sarah Mae Nelson of Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Used once then tossed, billions of plastic straws wind up in landfills and streets and find their way to oceans. A viral video of a sea turtle with a plastic straw in its nose has now sparked anti-straw campaigns globally. Actor/Director Tim Robbins narrates the history and story of straws and marine researchers, citizen activists, and business owners discuss how it is possible to make a sea of change, one straw at a time.

“In Costa Rica we met the turtle researchers who extracted the plastic straw from the turtle’s nose [the video that] inspired kids like Max Machum in Costa Rica to start their own community campaigns. Their passion and dedication to reducing plastic use is inspiring,” Booker says.Her film motivates viewers to “get in the water” and to use their own memories and love for bodies of water—oceans, lakes, rivers, streams—to connect them more deeply to their own waterways. The things we love we also protect. Ultimately, while the film makes us more aware of the dangers of plastic, it also demonstrates how simple, concentrated actions can lead to real and lasting change.

In the end, Booker says, “Yes, there’s too much plastic where it doesn’t belong, but there is hope.”

Go See This: Local Documentary Debut of “Straws” Documentary Debut in Pittsboro
Event Host: By the Brook Productions
When: Thursday, March 9, 2017 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: The Barn at Fearrington Village, 500 Fearrington Village Way, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Is the event appropriate for children? Yes! “I hope STRAWS can reach audiences and especially youth who not only find it entertaining, as I have tried to make it be, but are inspired to stop using plastic straws,” says director Linda Booker.
Is the event accessible: Yes
Admission: $15 in advance ($20 at the door)*
For more info: Click here!
Event Preview: 6:30-7:00 p.m.. Meet the artists, get a beverage and some popcorn before the screening
Event Reception: Q&A with the director, Linda Booker after the screening

* Proceeds will benefit Clean Jordan Lake and support the STRAWSfilm Education & Outreach Campaign. Ticket buyers will be entered into a Drawing for 2 nights at the Harbor Inn on the water in Wrightsville Beach (winter dates or after Labor Day 2017). Prizes also include STRAW swag packages and some surprises. Cash Bar and everyone will go home with sustainable straws.

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By Lesley Landis | Filed Under: County Happenings, Go See This, Uncategorized | Tagged With: Advocacy, Arts in Education, Chatham County, Community, documentary, film, Go See This, Media Arts, Pittsboro, Sustainability

Comments

  1. ruth moose says

    February 28, 2017 at 10:39 am

    This is so exciting!!!!! Linda Booker is a marvel….and a fine film maker and one of Chatham County’s jewels!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Lesley Landis says

      March 6, 2017 at 7:32 pm

      We couldn’t agree more, Ms. Moose. Hope to see you at the film!

      Reply

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