At the Festival: Tuesday
Highlights for Tuesday at the Newport Beach Film Festival:
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Pilot Picks
Action sports documentary by Joshua Pomer about California’s most notorious big wave. 8:30 p.m.; Lido Theatre.
Thriller by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom about a family targeted by a killer. 7:45 p.m.; Edwards Big Newport 6.
How to Make Money Selling Drugs
Documentary by Matthew Cooke about America’s drug culture and government policies. 8:30 p.m.; Island Cinema 7.
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On the Scene
Director Richard Bare will be on hand for a post-screening Q&A with “Wicked, Wicked,” a 1973 horror film shot in “Duo-Vision.” 7 p.m. Triangle Square Cinemas.
Appearances are subject to change without notice.
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European Showcase
A European Showcase party, celebrating the best in European filmmaking, takes place from 10 p.m. to midnight near 7 For All Mankind, 927 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island, Newport Beach. Hosted by LA Confidential, the event features top entertainment and hors d’oeuvres prepared by award-winning restaurants. There is a hosted bar by Stella Artois and Absolut and entertainment by Orange County Aerial Arts.
Price is $40 for the party and a ticket to any European Showcase film, $18 for a film only and $30 for the party only. Ages 21 and older only. Cocktail attire with a coat or jacket is recommended.
Source: Newport Beach Film Festival