D: Sharon Baker | USA | 56 min | SOUTHEAST REGION PREMIERE
Ed Asner is one of the most celebrated actors of his generation, delighting audiences of all ages, from The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Lou Grant to Elf and Up. But he's also an all-American activist who refuses to budge on his ideals, no matter what anyone thinks. Beneath the tough skin of this crotchety 85-year-old crusader lies the heart of a true warrior for justice. My Friend Ed is a funny and poignant exploration of the notion of “hero” versus “celebrity” and the role of this artist as activist.
Filmmaker and Special Guests Ed Asner, Robert Walden in attendance
Screening Sponsored by Heifer International
Screening will be followed by a Q&A with Ed Asner, Robert Walden & Sharon Baker. 25th Annual Closing Night Party immediately following. A tented event with food and open bar at the historic Mountain Valley Spring Water Headquarters. LIVE DELTA BLUES performances by multiple Grammy and Country Music Award-Winning blues artist and “ King of New Orleans Blues” Chris Thomas King with his electric blues band, and Cedell Davis, legendary “Last of the Delta Bluesmen,” backed by father/son duo Zakk & Big Papa Binns.
