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Deep Dive: The Ringmaster (2019)

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The Ringmaster
The Ringmaster is a documentary that follows an aging chef from Minnesota whose life changes dramatically when a filmmaker from Las Vegas aims to make his onion rings famous. The film captures the chef's journey as he navigates the unexpected attention and challenges that come with this newfound ambition. Directed by Molly Dworsky and Dave Newberg, the film features Zachary Capp and Larry Lang among others. It premiered at the Festival of Cinema NYC in August 2019 and received several accolades, including Best Feature Documentary and Best Screenwriting Award at Doc LA.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the chef aiming for onion ring fame.
  • •See Zachary Capp's unique take on culinary ambition.
  • •Follow the filmmaker's relentless pursuit of success.

Did You Know

•The Ringmaster premiered at the Festival of Cinema NYC in August 2019.
•The film won the Best Feature Documentary prize at its premiere festival.
•It received the Best Screenwriting Award at Doc LA - Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival.
•The documentary is 88 minutes long and was produced in the United States.

Perfect For

Food enthusiastsDocumentary fansCulinary arts students