Pacific Rim Showcase Films and After Party

Tonight, the Newport Beach Film Fest continues with its Pacific Rim Showcase films at Edwards Big Newport and after party at SOCO. The three films include the Korean Spotlight film, “A Hard Day” at 7:45 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport (repeat screening at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 30 at Edwards Big Newport): the Chinese Spotlight Film “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart 2”  at 7:15 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport; and the Japanese Spotlight film, “Twilight: Saya in Sasara” at 7:30 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport (repeat screening at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 30 at Edwards Big Newport.

You can also join the Pacific Rim Showcase Party celebrating the best in Asian filmmaking at SOCO in Costa Mesa. The party features top entertainment and hors d’oeuvres prepared by award-winning Orange County restaurants. The bar is hosted by Tito’s Vodka, Remy Cointreau and Stella Artois.

Cocktail attire recommended. Must be 21 and over to attend the party.

The film and party cost is $45, party only $30, and film only is $20.

Purchase tickets and more information can be found at newportbeachfilmfest.com.

SOCO is at 3303 Hyland Ave. in Costa Mesa.