Last Call at the Oasis

*Post film panel with author Robert Glennon (Unquenchable), Andy Sansom from the Texas Water Institute, Laura Huffman from The Nature Conservancy of Texas, and Marilu Hastings of The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation.

This film event is the first of four shows in our newly launched Beautiful World Series. The Paramount is proud to partner with The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation on this series. We look forward to sharing these events, covering current and important topics about celebrating,… Show more preserving and protecting our planet. The pre-show lobby event includes a wine tasting, local farmer booth, Texas Rainwater Catchment Association and Austin Eco Network information & more.

Firmly establishing the urgency of the global water crisis as the central issue facing our world this century, Last Call at the Oasis illuminates the vital role water plays in our lives, exposes the defects in the current system and shows communities already struggling with its ill-effects. Featuring activist Erin Brockovich, respected water experts including Peter Gleick, Jay Famiglietti and Robert Glennon and social entrepreneurs championing revolutionary solutions, the film posits that we can manage this problem if we are willing to act now. Following the film, a panel and Q&A session featuring Robert Glennon, Andy Sansom and Laura Huffman will be moderated by a representative from The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation.

Trailer: http://youtu.be/4EtVA8b-lzw

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