Louie Psihoyos/2018/85 mins/People & Culture, Health & the Environment, Sustainable Food & Agriculture
FILM DESCRIPTION: Directed by Oscar®-winning documentary filmmaker Louie Psihoyos and executive produced by James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jackie Chan, Lewis Hamilton, Novak Djokovic, and Chris Paul, “The Game Changers” tells the story of James Wilks—elite Special Forces trainer and The Ultimate Fighter winner—as he travels the world on a quest to uncover the optimal diet for human performance. Showcasing elite athletes, special ops soldiers, visionary scientists, cultural icons, and everyday heroes, what James discovers permanently changes his understanding of food and his definition of true strength.
Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. [W Suburbs]
Classic Cinemas Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake St., Oak Park
Special welcome by Swati Saxena of Baird & Warner. Stay for post-film discussion with Jim Gray, vegan, ultramarathon runner, and firefighter; Cheryl Munoz of the Sugar Beet Schoolhouse will also be present for post-discussion. Learn about related action opportunities with the Sugar Beet Schoolhouse's programs and vegan cooking event, and the Park District of Oak Park's fitness programs. Facilitator: Wendy Negron, Educator in Chicagoland Schools. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue. Teens and young adults encouraged to attend. "PG-13" May contain heavy themes, graphic images or language.