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  • Eventive accounts are no longer accepted for Movies for Grownups screenings. 

 

GET READY FOR TONIGHT'S SCREENING! 

1. Get directions to download the AARP Streams app on your phone or TV by clicking on "Need Help?" above. 

2. Log into your AARP.org account in advance to avoid any issues accessing the film.

3. If you login prior to 7:45pm ET, you will see the button above displays “Registered”. If you are pre-registered and do not see that message, look directly below the buttons to find the "Log in to your account for access" text in gray and click it to log in. 

4. Beginning at 7:45pm ET, you can access the screening room by clicking the button that says, "Enter Live Broadcast". 

  

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- Ensure you have a strong internet / Wi-Fi connection 

-Access the movie on your preferred device (smartphone, tablet, computer, or laptop) using Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera--do not use Internet Explorer 

-This content may not be accessed via proxy server or VPN. Please disconnect and try again.

-Test your device compatibility NOW by watching this videoand the test video is for testing use ONLY. Please go back to the screening page or TV apps to access the event.


 If you would like to watch the movie on your TV: 

-Ensure you have installed the AARP Streams app [Apple TV, Roku, or Amazon Fire], open it, and you should see a 6-character code.  

-Next, go to https://watch.aarp.org/tv and login to your AARP account from your device, or make sure you're already logged into your AARP account. You must do this first before you can connect the TV app to your account! Then, enter the 6-character code into your account settings. 

- You can also use AIRPLAY or CHROMECAST from your computer or handheld device. You CANNOT use screen mirroring.


For more helpful tips or to chat with someone directly about technical issues, visit the Help Centeror email moviesforgrownups@aarp.org.


Explore the life of the man who helped define how America eats. Long before farm-to-table became a trend, the renowned chef championed local ingredients, bold flavors and the Pacific Northwest’s fresh bounty. Dubbed the “Dean of American Cookery” by The New York Times, he reshaped the nation’s palate. 


Through conversations with influential voices in food, this documentary reveals Beard’s lasting impact, including introducing Julia Child to New York. Told in menu-inspired chapters, the film looks at Beard’s deep bond with his mother, his love of markets, his courage to live openly as a gay man, and his enduring devotion to flavor, friendship and community.


Film image and related credits courtesy of Federici Films and American Masters/WNET.


We are excited to have Beth Federici, the film's producer/director, join our live chat during the screening. We hope you’ll participate, ask questions, and enjoy the connection! Please note that access to the live chat may vary depending on the device you are using.


Closed captions are available for this screening. This screening does not feature audio description services.


This is a free online event, and AARP membership is not required.


This film will be available on demand to members only starting on August 11 for 24 hours. You can register here.

  • Year
    2017
  • Runtime
    60 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Genre
    Documentary
  • Note
    A co-production of Federici Films and American Masters/WNET
  • Director
    Beth Federici
  • Producer
    Elizabeth Federici and Kathleen Squires
  • Cast
    James Beard, Ted Allen, Judith Jones
  • Editor
    Greg Snider
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