At the Festival: Sunday
Highlights for Sunday at the Newport Beach Film Festival:
Pilot Picks
Documentary about the venerable rock star by Nicks and Dave Stewart. 4:30 p.m.; Island Cinema 7.
Documentary by Liz Garbus about the personal life of Marilyn Monroe. 6 p.m.; Port Theater.
Drama by Rachid Bouchareb about two woman who escape to a belly-dancing competition. 2:30 p.m.; Triangle Square Cinemas.
Drama by Ian Lorenos about a single father whose son disappears in the Philippines. 4:30 p.m.; Triangle Square Cinemas.
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On the Scene
Disney producer Don Hahn leads a discussion with panelists including Charles Fleischer (voice of Roger Rabbit), Joanna Cassidy (Dolores) and Dave Bossert (special effects animator) at a special screening of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” 4 p.m.; Lido Theatre.
A panel of industry professionals will discuss their creative and professional challenges in the competitive world of screenwriting. 11 a.m.; Port Theater.
Appearances are subject to change without notice.
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Irish Spotlight
An Irish Spotlight party, celebrating the best in Irish filmmaking, takes place at Muldoon’s Irish Pub, 545 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. Hosted by the Los Angeles Times and the Daily Pilot, the event features top entertainment and hors d’oeuvres prepared by Muldoon’s. No host bar.
Price is $20 for the party and a ticket to “The O’Brien’s,” screening at 5:30 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport 6. Ages 21 and over.
Source: Newport Beach Film Festival