Special event - POLYFACES Queensland premiere (SOLD OUT)

Event Description

As the problems of the world become more and more complex, the solutions become clear and simple.

What if saving the planet was as easy as changing agricultural practices? What if we could regenerate our landscapes, our communities, local economies, our health and most importantly our soils whilst delivering quality, nutrient dense products to an ever demanding and expanding consumer base? Could it be this simple?

Film maker Lisa Heenan and her husband Darren Doherty, a 5th generation Bendigo farm designer, author & trainer, know it is. They decided to make a film that would inspire action and with their children spent 4 years documenting a style of farming that could save humanity! 

Set amidst the stunning Shenendoah Valley in Northern Virginia, Joel Salatin’s Polyface Farm in Virginia uses no chemicals and feeds over 6,000 families, restaurants and cafes within a three hour foodshed of their farm. Joel Salatin was called "The world's most innovative farmer" by Time magazine.

'Polyfaces' is a joyful film about connecting to the land. It follows the Salatin’s – a 4th generational farming family who do everything different than everyone else. The Doherty’s follow the family and farm over three years as they produce food in a way that works with nature, not against it. Using the symbiotic relationships of animals and their natural functions, they produce high quality, nutrient-dense products. 

The film shows how they regenerate their landscapes, communities, local economies, customer’s health and most importantly their soils. We meet various characters and follow their powerful, personal journeys as they benefit physically and emotionally from the Salatin's way of farming. 

Agriculture is the most damaging industry on the planet but it doesn’t have to be!

This model is being replicated throughout our Global Village, proving that we can provide quality produce without depleting our planet.

This is a film to inspire change and save humanity. 

Click here to watch the trailer.

ABOUT THE EVENT

Inspired Living Events is excited to be hosting the Queensland premiere of this remarkable and incredibly important film. This will be a very special event relevant to anyone who grows, buys or eats food!

Before the film, you’ll be able to purchase delicious, organic meals and drinks made with local, sustainable produce. There’ll be local exhibitors to chat to including Northey Street City Farm, Food Connect, the Spray-Free Farmacy and more.

After the film we’ll have a Q&A panel with the film makers, Darren Doherty and Lisa Heenan, along with special guests Cyndi O'Meara from Changing Habits and Helen Lewis from Picot Farms.

You'll get to hear about the incredible work Darren and Lisa are doing through their community organisation Regrarians to help farmers, communities and government organisations regenerate their landscapes, local communities, economies and most importantly their soils.

Children are welcome and free.

Program for the evening:

·         5.45pm - doors open, organic meals available for purchase, chat to our local exhibitors

·         6.45pm - meditation in the theatre (please be seated in the theatre by this time)

·         7pm - film commences

·         8.30pm - guest speakers Darren Doherty & Lisa Heenan

·         9pm - event concludes.

REVIEWS
“…Thank you for sending us ‘Polyfaces’. It’s an ambitious project, and truly inspiring. The message is clear, regenerating soil is what will save the world. Lisa and Darren did a beautiful job with this…”
HARVEY WEINSTEIN, Weinstein Company

“…I have no doubt that your film will fill young people with optimism and stoke their desire to farm. I can't imagine watching it as a 20 year old and not deciding this is what I want to do!…”
MICHAEL POLLAN, New York Times best selling author and journalist

“…this tale of an unorthodox farm may have you nodding along to most everything its operators say, and believing that their methods are the best way to help us eat (and live) a whole lot better….”
Ken Jaworowski, NEW YORK TIMES 

“…In its emphasis on the role of consumer demand in effecting change, the film offers educational and inspirational potential beyond the usual suspects of chefs, farmers and foodies…”
Sheri Linden, LOS ANGELES

“…Growing up on a small organic farm, I saw first hand what it took to produce food for a family of 4. Becoming vegan for 10 years was my attempt to heal myself and the planet, but there was always something missing: an understanding of the beautiful, complex web of animals, soil, and humans working together to feed billions. ‘Polyfaces’ offers a roadmap and inspiration to make that web replicable. Watch it. Get inspired…” 
ALEX JAMIESON, Co-Creator: SUPER SIZE ME, Author: Women, Food, and Desire

“…Too often we focus on what we should stop doing instead of building systems that work. This wonderful film tells perhaps one of the most important stories of our time — how to heal communities, the land, and ourselves with great food. I left not only moved but also inspired and hopeful…” 
BOB GOWER, best selling author of, ”Agile Business: A Leader’s Guide to Harnessing Complexity"

“…Polyfaces, the movie, by detailing the history and the daily life of just such a farm, communicates to the public the advantages and the viability of sustainable farming. The importance of building a movement that will convince families sick of life in cities, families tired of eating processed or depleted food, that they can build a life on a relatively small amount of acreage is huge…”
KATHY FEHL, Artistic Director of Wega Arts and Festival Juror

FAQs

Where can I park?

There is parking behind the Multicultural Centre, just use the driveway beside the building. There is also plenty of on-street parking if the car park fills up.

Can I buy tickets at the door?

No. Sorry this event is completely sold out. If you'd like to see a second screening in Brisbane please let us know.