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Sixth Annual Coast Film & Music Festival November 9-17

By Greer Wylder

November 04, 2024

The Coast Film & Music Festival (CFMF) has announced its 2024 lineup, featuring 15 feature films and 53 shorts, categorized thematically. The festival will run from November 9 to 17 across four venues in Laguna Beach: Rivian South Coast Theater, Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center, and Hobie Surf Shop Laguna Beach. Opening Night will present "Porcelain War," an award-winning documentary by Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev, accompanied by a live performance from Ukrainian pianist Leyena Antonyicq. The film explores the experiences of Ukrainian artists who remain in their homeland amidst conflict, balancing their…

‘Beyond the Gaze: Jule Campbell’s Swimsuit Issue,’ SoCal Premiere 25th Annual Newport Beach Film Fest

By Greer Wylder

October 25, 2024

On Thursday, the 25th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival hosted the SoCal premiere of Beyond The Gaze: Jule Campbell’s Swimsuit Issue! This captivating documentary explores the remarkable legacy of Jule Campbell, the founding editor of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition.The event at the New Port Theater featured iconic models Roshumba Williams and Cheryl Tiegs, along with director and producer Jill Campbell, who shared their insights and experiences.Don’t miss the highlights—watch the full recap now on the @GreersOCTV YouTube Channel!

25th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Opening Night, World Premiere of ‘Old Guy’

By Greer Wylder

October 25, 2024

Last week, the 25th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival kicked off with the exciting World Premiere of “Old Guy”! The red carpet was buzzing with insights from Director Simon West and the legendary Christoph Waltz, who received the prestigious 2024 NBFF Icon Award.Relive the highlights of this unforgettable evening, including the exclusive after-party at Fashion Island. With 112 films from 19 countries, the festival truly celebrated the best in global cinema.Don’t miss out—watch the full recap now on the @GreersOCTV YouTube Channel!

Beyond the Gaze: Jill Campbell’s Swimsuit Issue to Premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival on October 23

By Greer Wylder

October 21, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct 23rd at 8 p.m., The Newport Beach Film Festival will present Beyond the Gaze: Jule Campbell's Swimsuit Issue, an extraordinary documentary directed by Jill Campbell, the daughter-in-law of Jule Campbell.In the 1960s, Jule Campbell revolutionized the world of media, transforming the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue into a cultural powerhouse. This documentary chronicles her 32-year tenure, during which she broke barriers, championed intelligence, and empowered the rise of supermodels. The film thoughtfully explores the evolving narrative on beauty, from objectification to body positivity, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of feminism and media. Featuring intimate interviews with…

Newport Beach Film Festival’s Closing Night Centerpiece: ‘Music by John Williams’

By Greer Wylder

October 21, 2024

On Thursday, October 24, the Newport Beach Film Festival will present the closing night screening of Music by John Williams as its Centerpiece Documentary, starting at 8:15 p.m. at Big Newport 5.In attendance will be producer Frank Marshall, who will be honored with the Festival’s Arts Champion Award, and director Laurent Bouzereau, who will receive the Artist of Distinction Award for Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Filmmaking.Celebrating its 25th year, the Newport Beach Film Festival runs from October 17-24, 2024. Music by John Williams offers an in-depth look at the career of legendary composer John Williams, 92, whose music has defined…