ELLA BRENNAN

COMMANDING THE TABLE

Directed by Academy Award nominee
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​​Leslie Iwerks

Narrated by Emmy Winner and Academy Award nominee
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​Patricia Clarkson

Featuring famous chefs and restaurateurs including Emeril Lagasse, Paul Prudhomme, Jeremiah Tower, Drew Nieporent, Daniel Boulud, and many others

"the story of a hard-charging, no-nonsense businesswoman who excelled in a male-dominated profession decades before gender imbalance in the restaurant industry became a hot issue."

"A highly entertaining and well-made documentary." 
- Dwight Brown, Huffington Post

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Director: Leslie Iwerks 
Runtime: 96 min​
Rating: NR
DVDCat#: PRDVD3739
UPC: 602573246436
Pre Book: 8/22/17
Street: 9/19/17
SRP: $24.95

GENRES: documentary, biography, food, business

SYNOPSIS:
 Oscar-nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks brings the Ella Brennan's remarkable story to the screen showing how she became a leading force in the contemporary restaurant business despite the challenges of being a woman in a male dominated field. With the success of New Orleans iconic establishment Commander's Palace, restaurateurs and chefs from around the world and all walks of life credit the important role Ella has played in building and enhancing American cooking and hospitality. With interviews with current and former chef including Emeril Lagasse, Danny Meyer, Tim and Nina Zagat, Daniel Boulud, Jeremiah Tower, and many more. Before the food business became show business, one woman led the way.