Celebrated as one of the leading film festivals in the United States, the Newport Beach Film Festival has evolved into a prestigious multicultural event, attracting over 55,000 attendees to Southern California. Committed to enlightening the public with a first-class international film program, a forum for cultural understanding and enriching educational opportunities, the Festival focuses on showcasing a fresh and diverse collection of studio and independent films from around the globe.
Located along the Orange County coastline, the NBFF offers attendees an optimal setting to experience filmmaking at its best. With its action packed slate of film screenings, red carpet galas, international spotlights, nightly receptions, compelling conversations with filmmakers, fashion shows, music performances and industry seminars, the Festival has quickly gained recognition among filmmakers and audiences worldwide. The 16th annual Newport Beach Film Festival runs April 23rd – 30th, 2015 and will spotlight over 350 films from around the world.
On Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 the NBFF will present its Italian Spotlight, an evening celebration of Italian cinema and culture. The event will feature the Orange County premiere of the highly acclaimed film, Do You Remember Me? (2014), followed by a festive post-screening gala.
Director Rolando Ravello brings together an excellent cast that flawlessly fills Do You Remember Me? with brilliant comedy, wit, and performances that are worthy of praise. A modern fairy tale, the story focuses on two people who meet in their therapist’s office and embark on an unexpected courtship. With its outstanding script and on-screen chemistry, Do You Remember Me? is a beautiful film that is both romantic and complex.
“The Festival continues a proud tradition of presenting the very best in Italian Cinema. Do You Remember Me? is a festival and critical favorite. We are very excited to screen Rolando Ravello’s newest work,” stated Gregg Schwenk, CEO of the Newport Beach Film Festival.
The Spotlight film will screen at 7:15 p.m. at Triangle Square Cinemas in Costa Mesa, while the post-screening celebration will take place at the nearby SOCO Courtyard. The event will include select tastings from top OC restaurants, traditional entertainment as well as multiple DJs. Hosted bar by Stella Artois, Rémy Cointreau and Tito’s Vodka.
The Newport Beach Film Festival Italian Spotlight is supported by SOCO, Italian Heritage Culture Foundation, Istituto Italiano di Cultura of Los Angeles, L’Italo- Americano, Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles, Italian Film Commission, Italian American Museum Los Angeles, Italia.org, and Portal Languages.
For ticket information and updates visit www.Newport BeachFilmFest.com
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