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Orange County Film Society Presents The Darkest Hour and More
11.10.17
For film enthusiasts, there’s the wonderful Orange County Film Society (OCFS) that offers exclusive film screenings throughout the 2017/18 season. Members of OCFS are invited to attend special screenings of some of the world’s most acclaimed films as well as to special meet and greets with filmmakers, celebrities and other prominent members of the entertainment industry. You can join at orangecountyfilmsociety.com.
In the coming months, Orange County Film Society will debut films before their national release. Join OCFS on Tuesday, Nov. 14 to view the World War II historical drama Darkest Hour, starring Gary Oldman as Winston Churchill and SAG award winner Lily James. The internationally recognized Chilean drama, A Fantastic Woman, makes its way to the OCFS screen on Thursday, Nov. 16 after winning Best Feature Film and Best Latin American Film at the Berlin and San Sebastian International Film Festivals, respectively. Armie Hammer and Timothee Chalamet (from Homeland) explore a budding relationship in Call Me By Your Name on Monday, Nov. 20, and screening on Thursday, Nov. 30 is Wonder Wheel, a 1950s drama starring Jim Belushi, Justin Timberlake, and Kate Winslet.
Film Stars Don’t Die In Liverpool stars Annette Bening and Jamie Bell and makes its appearance Monday, Dec. 4 after receiving four nominations at the British Independent Film Awards. Winner of the Jury Award at Canne’s Film Festival, Best Film at London Film Festival, and Best International Film at Munich Film Festival, Loveless will appear on the OCFS screen December 11th. Nominated for Best Film at Venice Film Festival, adventure comedy Leisure Seeker stars Helen Mirren and Donald Sutherland and will screen Thursday, Dec. 14.
Additional films added weekly! To learn more about upcoming screenings or to become a member, visit OrangeCountyFilmSociety.com.
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LOL in OC at the Irvine Improv
11.09.17
The best place for laughs in Orange County is the Irvine Improv at Irvine Spectrum and on any given night you’ll be impressed with line-up of all-star comedians. With family in town for Thanksgiving, or just to get out and do something fun—consider the talent performing at the state-of-the-art theater that seats 500 plus guests, as well as the largest stand-alone Umami Burger in Orange County and outdoor patio bar. It’s the perfect pace to entertain guests daily and nightly with Umami’s signature burgers, wine, beer and full bar; and coming soon, live nightly music.
Comedy events scheduled for the Thanksgiving week include:
Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. Comedy Juice, a long-standing variety show of comedy that features rotating comedic acts.
Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. Joey Coco Diaz. Born in Havana, Cuba and raised in North Bergen, NJ Joey ‘Coco’ Diaz has quickly become one of the most sought-after actors and comedians in the entertainment industry today. His love of storytelling is reflected in each role he takes: whether it is on film or on stage his passion for entertaining and delighting audiences shines through every performance.
Friday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. Brad Williams possesses something that everyone can agree is funny: a disability. Brad is a dwarf. He has appeared on numerous TV shows including Mind Of Mencia Live at Gotham the Tonight Show Jimmy Kimmel Live and Pitboss. Brad has also performed for the troops all over the world because soldiers think dwarfs are funny too.
For an entire schedule, tickets, and more information visit irvine.improv.com.
Irvine Improv is across from Edwards Irvine Spectrum 21 IMAX. 31 Fortune Drive, Suite 216 in Irvine. 949.854.5455.
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- 11.02.25 – Prime Pizza Opens First Orange County Location in Mission Viejo
- 10.30.25 – Zara Man Opens First U.S. Store at South Coast Plaza
- 10.27.25 – Jack Johnson Headlines Two-Night Coast Film & Music Benefit Concert
- 10.20.25 – Salt & Lime Modern Taqueria Brings Elevated Flavor to Costa Mesa
- 10.19.25 – Fall Fun at The District: Halloween Boo Bash and Cocktail Tour
- 10.16.25 – Luxury Wellness Meets Concierge Medicine at Coastal Wellness MD
- 10.16.25 – Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin Serves Up Michelin-Recognized Northern Thai Cuisine
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- 10.14.25 – California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18
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- 09.19.25 – 26th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Announces 2025 Lineup
- 09.16.25 – Tastemakers of Orange County Returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts
