FARE’s Short Documentary “A World Unaware: When Every Bite Matters” Recognized in Two Categories by Indie Short Fest

McLEAN, Va. — Jan. 22, 2026 — FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) today announced that its short documentary, “A World Unaware: When Every Bite Matters,” has been recognized by Indie Short Fest, a Los Angeles-based international film festival. The film received the Outstanding Achievement Award (Documentary Short) for direction and was also named an Honorable Mention for production. 

Selected from submissions across 26 countries, the film placed among the top of entries recognized as award winners, an affirmation of a story that refuses to look away from the life-and-death reality of food allergy.
“We’re incredibly honored to have the film recognized in this environment among such notable work,” said Sung Poblete, PhD, RN, CEO of FARE. “For too long, food allergy has been dismissed, minimized, or misunderstood. ‘A World Unaware’ confronts that culture head-on and makes clear that awareness and accountability are matters of life and death, while illustrating the transformative impact of community.”  

Produced by FARE in partnership with Macroscopic, “A World Unaware” asks the critical questions: “Who is responsible, and how do we learn?” In a culture that has long treated food allergy as a joke, the film reveals the life-and-death reality faced by millions. Through the lens of two families, the Bridens and the Mannons, the documentary explores the consequences of widespread ignorance about the nature and potential impact of food allergy and the power of education and community.

Dr. Poblete continued, “Recognition like this helps ensure these stories are seen, heard, and taken seriously—exactly where change begins.”

The film trailer debuted in spring 2025 at the AmDocs Film Festival opening event. The film received a public screening in Los Angeles, followed by an October premiere at FARE’s annual gathering along with private screenings in other areas. 

“A World Unaware” was qualified for Oscar® consideration by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) in the Documentary Short Film category. The film is available for private screenings in advance of a public release later this year.