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Ewan McGregor to Receive TV Performance of the Year Award at 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival

By Greer Wylder

October 10, 2024

The 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) will honor Ewan McGregor with the TV Performance of the Year Award for his role in A Gentleman in Moscow. McGregor, who also serves as an executive producer, will receive the award after a live recording of The Hollywood Reporter’sAwards Chatter podcast with Scott Feinberg on October 22 at Pelican Hill Resort. The festival runs through Oct. 24, 2024.McGregor, renowned for roles in Trainspotting, Star Wars, Moulin Rouge, and Halston (for which he won an Emmy), has built a diverse career in film and television. His credits span genres, with recent projects including…

StyleWeekOC Returns to Fashion Island on October 16-20

By Greer Wylder

October 09, 2024

This October, fashion and film unite at Fashion Island’s 13th annual StyleWeekOC, in partnership with the Newport Beach Film Festival. From October 16-20, enjoy a weekend of film screenings, shopping, red-carpet events, and exclusive celebrity Q&As. Discover the synergy between fashion and film through cinematic storytelling. For details, visit StyleWeekOC.com.This year’s StyleWeekOC will celebrate fashion, film, and luxury lifestyle shopping with experiences including fashion shows, celebrity panels, and red-carpet moments.Highlights include the Newport Beach Film Festival’s Career Achievement Award in Costume Design honoring Colleen Atwood on October 20, featuring a Q&A and costume display from films like Beetlejuice and Masters…

McG Ushers in New Era for The Lido Theater with Restoration and Expanded Entertainment

By Greer Wylder

September 27, 2024

Joseph McGinty Nichol, professionally known as McG, and his company River Jetty Restaurant Group have been chosen to operate The Lido Theater in Newport Beach. Restored to its original Art Deco design by the Fritz Duda Company, the theater will host a community open house on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the 25th annual Newport Beach Film Festival from Oct. 17 to 24.The Lido Theater will present the Film Festival’s Closing Night film, A Real Pain, starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin, on Oct. 24 at 8:30 p.m.Calling The Lido a “gift to the community,”…

Flora Avocado Farm: A Scenic Venue for Private Events and Photoshoots

By Greer Wylder

September 24, 2024

Flora Avocado Farm offers a picturesque backdrop for private events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, commercial shoots, and personal photo sessions. Set on 10 scenic acres in the secluded De Luz community of Temecula, the farmhouse is surrounded by ancient oaks, avocado and citrus groves, and panoramic views—an ideal setting for any occasion. Here's a great video that shows an aerial view of the property. Inside, the open floor plan features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and French doors leading to the backyard. The home is tastefully decorated with antique and vintage furnishings and includes a modern kitchen, master bath, wine closet,…

2024 Newport Beach Film Festival Honors Nicolas Cage, Colman Domingo, June Squibb and More

By Greer Wylder

September 24, 2024

The 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) will host its Festival Honors on Sunday, October 20, at the Balboa Bay Resort, alongside Variety's 10 Actors to Watch. This year’s honorees include Nicolas Cage (“Longlegs”) receiving the Icon Award, Joan Chen (“Dìdi”) with the Career Achievement Award, Colman Domingo (“Sing Sing”) earning the Maverick Award, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (“Hard Truths”) and Sheryl Lee Ralph (“Abbott Elementary”) receiving Artist of Distinction Awards. George MacKay (“The End”) will be honored with the Spotlight Award, June Squibb (“Thelma”) with the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Diane Warren with the Lifetime Achievement in Music Award.Additional honorees…