Zoe Lister-Jones’ and Daryl Wein’s film ‘Consumed’ tackles controversial world of GM Foods
Brooklyn-Born Actress Stars in Dramatic Thriller; Screening Slated for Nov. 12 in Cobble Hill
Zoe Lister-Jones and Daryl Wein have been making films together for several years, earning a devoted following for their quirky brand of romantic comedy. Known for their 2010 debut feature “Breaking Upwards,” which mirrored their real-life relationship, and “Lola Versus,” a 2012 film starring Greta Gerwig, the filmmakers have diverged from familiar territory with their latest movie. “Consumed” is a thriller starring Lister-Jones, Victor Garber and Danny Glover, among others, that explores the controversial issue of genetically modified (GM) foods. While one might expect to see GM foods as the subject of a documentary, Lister-Jones, a Brooklyn native, and Wein, who hails from Connecticut, have chosen to probe the issue in a dramatic, fictionalized narrative that has the potential to reach a broader audience.
The movie will be screened in Brooklyn on Nov. 12 at UA Court Street 12 & RPX (106 Court St. at 7:30 p.m.), and tickets must be purchased in advance.
In a recent interview with the Brooklyn Eagle, Lister-Jones spoke about her and Wein’s choice to tackle the topic of GM foods.