NEWPORT BEACH FILM FESTIVAL
The Newport Beach Film Festival will spotlight over 190 films
from around the world including features, shorts, documentaries,
and animation that will compete for a series of awards including
Jury Awards and Audience Awards. In addition to film screenings,
the Festival will host several premiere galas, yacht parties,
and question and answer sessions with filmmakers. The Festival
runs from April 3rd through April 11th , 2003. The event is expected
to attract more than 22,000 film devotees.
Blending the best of classic and contemporary filmmaking, the
Festival is proud to showcase an exclusive selection of award-winning
independent and studio films from around the world. International
entries, including selections from Africa, Asia, Scandinavia,
Eastern and Western Europe, and South and Central America are
carefully chosen to represent a truly unique mix of culture
and genre.
Over the Festival’s nine-day run, participants will be
treated to U.S. and world premieres, Academy Award-nominated
short films, foreign Oscar submissions, Sundance Selections,
Spotlight Series, gala opening night and closing night events,
and an in-depth seminar and symposium series exploring the world
of filmmaking through the eyes of recognized film industry players.
The City of Newport Beach will serve as host to the Festival’s
film screenings and special events. Located just 55 minutes
south of Hollywood, Newport Beach offers an optimal setting
to experience filmmaking at its finest. The City boasts one
of the largest movie consumer groups in the world and a rich
filmmaking history. Thousands of visitors every year are drawn
to the City’s spectacular coastline, fine dining, shopping,
and exciting recreational activities.
Films will screen at The Edwards Island Cinema Theaters, located
at Fashion Island outdoor shopping center in the heart of Newport
Beach and at the historic Lido Theater located near Lido Island.
The Opening Night Gala will be shown at Edwards Big Newport
Cinema, located across the street from Fashion Island.
For more information contact:
Newport Beach Film Festival
4540 Campus Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Gregg Schwenk
Executive Director
gschwenk@newportbeachfilmfest.com
Todd Quartararo Marketing Director
tquartararo@newportbeachfilmfest.com
Webite: WWW.NEWPORTBEACHFILMFEST.COM
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