Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table
Synopsis
Ella Brennan is a household name in the restaurant industry. Known today as the inspirational matriarch of the rambling Brennan family of New Orleans and the force of nature behind first Brennan's and then Commander's Palace. Fired by her family at one point, she shouldered on. She was the creator of elaborate New Orleans breakfasts and jazz brunches and revolutionized creole cuisine. A pioneer of the modern American food movement, she pushed her chefs to the forefront helping to launch the celebrity chef phenomenon.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mill Valley Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leslie Iwerks
- Original Title
- Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leslie Iwerks
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Leslie Iwerks
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What is Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table about?
Ella Brennan is a household name in the restaurant industry. Known today as the inspirational matriarch of the rambling Brennan family of New Orleans and the force of nature behind first Brennan's and then Commander's Palace. Fired by her family at one point, she shouldered on. She was the creator of elaborate New Orleans breakfasts and jazz brunches and revolutionized creole cuisine. A pioneer of the modern American food movement, she pushed her chefs to the forefront helping to launch the celebrity chef phenomenon.
Who directed Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table?
Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table was directed by Leslie Iwerks.
Who stars in Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table?
The principal cast of Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table includes Emeril Lagasse, Paul Prudhomme, Drew Nieporent.
When was Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table released and how long is it?
Ella Brennan: Commanding the Table was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.