DoorDash presents Project DASH

These films aim to spotlight the stories and normalise asking for help, tracing the journey of a meal from the farm to a table in need. One film follows the life of a little girl and her family, starting with her eating the last orange in the fruit bowl. The story then shifts to a farmer picking oranges, interspersed with scenes of family life, leading to the oranges being boxed at a local food bank and delivered to the family’s home. Another film highlights an elderly couple sharing their story, showing an onion being picked, chopped, cooked into a stir-fry, and delivered with DoorDash, hot and ready for dinner.

“Growing up in New Orleans, I am very familiar with food insecurity,” remarks director Edward Buckles Jr. “A lot of neighbourhoods that I lived in during my childhood were food deserts. Especially after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, it took away not only our homes and belongings but also some of the few neighbourhood food stores that did exist. Tackling problems like food hunger in local communities takes a village. So, any project that allows me to shine a spotlight on those who pay it forward is one I can get behind. I want to ensure we do this project justice by crafting a film that explores the Project DASH food journey while ensuring the film feels authentic and intentional.”