you can go here for the FULL STORY!
The film will be available in the U.S. on September 16th and Worldwide on September 22nd. It is playing in select Theaters Now! www.bellavitafilm.com/see-film
Saturday, September 13, 2014
LA Times talks making Bella Vita
I'm honored to be featured on the LA Times Photo Page with an Interview about making Bella Vita.
you can go here for the FULL STORY!
The film will be available in the U.S. on September 16th and Worldwide on September 22nd. It is playing in select Theaters Now! www.bellavitafilm.com/see-film
you can go here for the FULL STORY!
The film will be available in the U.S. on September 16th and Worldwide on September 22nd. It is playing in select Theaters Now! www.bellavitafilm.com/see-film
Monday, September 1, 2014
Making Movies - JB Films Podcast Interview
I had a blast hanging out with David Scales recording an exclusive podcast interview for surfsplendorpodcast.com - we talked about surfing, making movies, family and specifically, my features "Singlefin: yellow," "One California Day" and "Bella Vita."
This podcast was recorded at "Zeke's Handle Bar" in the Tyler Surf Shop, El Segundo, CA.
to listen to the show: click here
photos: m. annunziata
This podcast was recorded at "Zeke's Handle Bar" in the Tyler Surf Shop, El Segundo, CA.
to listen to the show: click here
photos: m. annunziata
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Surfing's Storytellers Night
What an honor to be included in a solid line-up of surf-filmmakers and surf-photographers for a hang-out session hosted by The High Line Festival of Surfing in Hollywood's, Haus of Strauss. It is always a pleasure to see old friends and make new, trading war stories over good food and a few cold libations. Cheers to Ari Lurie for all his hard work putting on the event and to Jamie Brisick for attempting to corral this group of "usually-behind-the-lens" misfits into the spot light.
Surf fans might not recognize all the faces in the above photo but you've surely seen the work of greats like, Art Brewer, C.R. Stecyk, Jeff Divine, Steve Pezman, Taylor Steele, Cyrus Sutton, Scott Soens, Tim McKenna, Luccia Giggli, Hayley Gordon, Jamie Brisick and Chris Burkhard.
On a somber note, the night was dedicated to the memory of our group's friend, Sonny Miller. A filmmaker who lived life to the fullest, with a smile on his face. He was definitely there in spirit - it was Miller time.
Friday, May 9, 2014
ZioBaffa - Simple Pasta Sauce
My nona passed along her great skills in the kitchen to my father and through the years i've tried to watch, learn and embrace his favorite dishes. On my recent trip to Italy- I really tried to pay attention to simple techniques the locals were using.
Whenever we can, my wife and i host close friends for some good wine and home-made Italian food. Often, my friends ask me for recipes, so here is the basic of all basics, a simple tomato sauce that has evolved through my travels.
I love this "as is" with garden grown basil (if ya have it) and some freshly grated parmesan cheese or it can be built on by adding other ingredients. I call these dishes comfort food, whether i've been on the road for a while or perhaps indulged a bit too heavily the night before, these are dishes that take me back to why I love cooking and sharing food with friends. Savory, satisfying, they feel like a warm embrace to the senses. For wine, I suggest a Toscana Red, perhaps a Chianti or other Sangiovese blend. My good friend Piergiorgio Castellani sells his "Grifone" Chianti at Trader Joe's for Under $7- a wonderful table wine for the price.
As the rule goes in Italy - good, fresh ingredients go a long way for giving a quality experience - at any price.
note: you can adjust this with vine ripened roma tomatoes mid summer for a wonderful light sauce. Sometimes I use white wine with the fresh tomatoes.
¼ cup extra virgin OLIVE OIL
1 brown ONION, chopped in ¼ inch dice
4 garlic CLOVES, peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh BASIL leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried
2 28-ounce cans PEELED WHOLE TOMATOES, crushed by hand and juices reserved
SALT to taste (i use a dash every time i introduce a new ingredient)
½ medium CARROT, finely shredded (i discovered this in Tuscany and love the touch of sweetness it introduces - but one can easily remove)
1/2 cup Wine (i use red for heavier dishes / white for lighter)
In a 3-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft and light golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the Basil and carrot and cook 5 minutes more, until the carrot is quite soft. Add the tomatoes and juice and bring to a boil, stirring often. Add Wine. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes until as thick as hot cereal. Season with salt and serve. (mix in a little butter before plating for extra savory).
This sauce can hold one week in the fridge or up to six months in the freezer. Enjoy!
Whenever we can, my wife and i host close friends for some good wine and home-made Italian food. Often, my friends ask me for recipes, so here is the basic of all basics, a simple tomato sauce that has evolved through my travels.
I love this "as is" with garden grown basil (if ya have it) and some freshly grated parmesan cheese or it can be built on by adding other ingredients. I call these dishes comfort food, whether i've been on the road for a while or perhaps indulged a bit too heavily the night before, these are dishes that take me back to why I love cooking and sharing food with friends. Savory, satisfying, they feel like a warm embrace to the senses. For wine, I suggest a Toscana Red, perhaps a Chianti or other Sangiovese blend. My good friend Piergiorgio Castellani sells his "Grifone" Chianti at Trader Joe's for Under $7- a wonderful table wine for the price.
As the rule goes in Italy - good, fresh ingredients go a long way for giving a quality experience - at any price.
note: you can adjust this with vine ripened roma tomatoes mid summer for a wonderful light sauce. Sometimes I use white wine with the fresh tomatoes.
¼ cup extra virgin OLIVE OIL
1 brown ONION, chopped in ¼ inch dice
4 garlic CLOVES, peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh BASIL leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried
2 28-ounce cans PEELED WHOLE TOMATOES, crushed by hand and juices reserved
SALT to taste (i use a dash every time i introduce a new ingredient)
½ medium CARROT, finely shredded (i discovered this in Tuscany and love the touch of sweetness it introduces - but one can easily remove)
1/2 cup Wine (i use red for heavier dishes / white for lighter)
In a 3-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft and light golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the Basil and carrot and cook 5 minutes more, until the carrot is quite soft. Add the tomatoes and juice and bring to a boil, stirring often. Add Wine. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes until as thick as hot cereal. Season with salt and serve. (mix in a little butter before plating for extra savory).
This sauce can hold one week in the fridge or up to six months in the freezer. Enjoy!
Monday, May 5, 2014
South Bay Mag Cover
A big thanks to South Bay Mag for sitting down with me and talking life, travel, family and making independent films... and cheers to the photoshop artists who fluffed enough pixels to make my mug cover-worthy. On newsstands now.
Saturday, April 19, 2014
April 28th - Teaser Vid
a Q&A has been added to our April 28th screening of Bella Vita at the Newport Beach Film Festival. please join us for an evening of film on the big screen and behind the scenes stories. tickets are limited.
ticket info:
http://newportbeach2014.festivalgenius.com/2014/films/bellavita0_jasonbaffa_newportbeach2014
ticket info:
http://newportbeach2014.festivalgenius.com/2014/films/bellavita0_jasonbaffa_newportbeach2014
Bella Vita - Newport Beach Film Fest from Bella Vita Film on Vimeo.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Bella Vita - Orange County Premiere - April 28th - The 2014 Newport Beach Film Fest
we are proud to be included in the 2014 Newport Beach Film Fest.
screening at the Traingle #5 on April 28th at 5:45pm.
click HERE for ticket info
or go to:
www.newportbeachfilmfest.com
screening at the Traingle #5 on April 28th at 5:45pm.
click HERE for ticket info
or go to:
www.newportbeachfilmfest.com
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