Samuel Goldwyn Films has sent over a press release officially announcing and detailing the DVD release of ‘That Sugar Film’ which is set to arrive home in only a few weeks, on September 1, 2015. Hit the jump to read the full announcement including bonus content listings, disc specs and more.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 7, 2015
“A definite must-see” –-Jamie Oliver
“Binge on THAT SUGAR FILM and transform your life”—Morgan Spurlock, Super Size Me
THAT SUGAR FILM
Available on DVD September 1, 2015
Exclusive Extra Content Includes Bonus Scenes& Interviews
NEW YORK, NY – August 7, 2015 – Samuel Goldwyn Films is proud to announce the home entertainment release of THAT SUGAR FILM,one man’sjourney to discover the bitter and shocking truth about sugar, on DVD on September 1, 2015.
In THAT SUGAR FILM,director Damon Gameau embarks on a unique experiment to document the effects of a high sugar diet on a healthy body, consuming only foods that are commonly perceived, promoted and marketed as ‘healthy.’Through this entertaining and informative journey, Damon highlights some of the issues that plague the sugar industry, and where sugar lurks on supermarket shelves. Damon meets leading experts in the field of sugar and some colorful characters with incredible stories to tell. THAT SUGAR FILMwill forever change the way you think about ‘healthy’ food.
THAT SUGAR FILMis the perfect family film for the back-to-school season. The effects of too much sugar are sure to be a hot topic in schools this fall.
Described by renowned Chef Jamie Oliver as “A definite must-see,” the film features guest cameos from the likes of Hugh Jackman, Stephen Fry, Brenton Thwaites and Isabel Lucas, and interviews with Gary Taubes, Michael Moss and Kimber Stanhope. The soundtrack includes Depeche Mode, Peter Gabriel and Florence and the Machine.
THAT SUGAR FILM premiered at the 2015 Berlin Film Festival. It is written, directed and presented by Damon Gameau and produced by Nick Batzias for Madman Production Company in conjunction with Sprout Pictures and Metro International.
Special features on the DVD include:
Bonus Featurettes
Answers for FAQs
THAT SUGAR FILMwill be available on DVD on September 1 for the suggested retail price of $14.99.
To learn more about the film, please visitwww.thatsugarfilm.com
ABOUT SAMUEL GOLDWYN FILMS
Samuel Goldwyn Films is a major, independently owned and operated motion-picture company that develops, produces and distributes innovative feature films and documentaries. The company is dedicated to working with both world-renowned and emerging writers/filmmakers and committed to filmed entertainment that offers original voices in uniquely told stories. This is best exemplified by the Academy Award® nominated THE SQUID AND THE WHALE and SUPER SIZE ME, AMAZING GRACE and Julie Delpy’s hit comedy 2 DAYS IN PARIS. Past Goldwyn titles include: HARRY BROWN starring Michael Caine, the box office smash FIREPROOF and the 2010 independent hit MAO’S LAST DANCER. Samuel Goldwyn Films also released THE WHISTLEBLOWER, a powerful, ripped-from-the-headlines thriller starring Academy Award® winner Rachel Weisz, and the 2012 critics’ darling ROBOT & FRANK, starring Academy Award® nominee Frank Langella and Academy Award® winner Susan Sarandon. Additional Samuel Goldwyn Films releases include: DIANA VREELAND: THE EYE HAS TO TRAVEL; Gilles Bourdos’ RENOIR, the lush film about the famous painter’s later years and France’s official submission for the 2014 Academy Awards®; Jason Wise’s cult-hit film SOMM; 2015 Academy Foreign Language Film Award® nominee TANGERINES; the Israeli dark comedy THE FAREWELL PARTY; Sacha Jenkins’ FRESH DRESSED; the Sundance cult-hit LILA AND EVE starring Viola Davis and Jennifer Lopez. Upcoming Samuel Goldwyn Films releases include: Morgan Matthews compelling drama A BRILLIANT YOUNG MIND;Rock Baijnauth’s surreal look at the world of coffee competitions BARISTA: Chris Bell’s expose PRESCRIPTION THUGS; Andrew Renzi’s Tribeca Film Festival favorite THE BENEFACTOR starring Richard Gere; and the widely anticipated Jason Wise follow-up SOMM: INTO THE BOTTLE;
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THAT SUGAR FILM DVD
Street Date: September 1, 2015
Pre-book: August 14, 2015
Catalog #: SGFDVD00001
UPC: 868904000102
Run Time: 102mins
Rating: NR
SRP: $14.99
Format: DVD
Aspect Ratio: 16×9 Letterbox 2.35
Audio: English Stereo and 5.1 Digital