Desc: Ella Brennan: Commanding a Table: Before the food business became show business, one woman led the way. Oscar-nominated director Leslie Iwerks shows how Ella Brennan became a leading force in the contemporary restaurant business - despite the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field. With the success of her New Orleans iconic establishment Commander's Palace, Ella played a pivotal role as matriarch and mentor to generations of celebrated chefs, elevated American hospitality to new heights and is credited with creating nouvelle Creole cuisine. Narrated by Emmy Award-winning actress Patricia Clarkson. Including interviews with celebrated chefs and food critics such as Emeril Lagasse, Danny Meyer, Tim and Nina Zagat, Daniel Boulud, Jeremiah Tower and many more. Official Selection - Mill Valley Film Festival, New Orleans Film Festival, Houston Film Festival