Calling all film connoisseurs: The 23rd Annual Newport Beach Film Festival begins October 13!

Running for a whole week until October 20, the festival is celebrated as one of the leading lifestyle film fests in the country. With over 100 feature films, 30 short films, and a dozen public parties boasting more than 60 culinary partners offering their top-notch bites, this festival attracts 58,000 film and food fans — which is why you won’t want to miss it. Keep reading for some highlights of this year’s film festivities.

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

Starring Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame as “Weird” Al Yankovic, this film is highly anticipated. Following the showing of the movie, which delves into the early life and career of the infamous singer, the film fest’s Opening Night Gala will be held at Fashion Island® with over 24 of the area’s top restaurants and a bar hosted by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Guests will also be treated to a sneak peek performance of the Broadway production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Premiering on closing night of the film fest, this feature stars Daniel Craig, Kate Hudson, Ethan Hawke, and Edward Norton. Daniel Craig reprises his role as Benoit Blanc, a master detective taking on a new case. Immediately preceding the film screening, attendees will experience the festival’s Closing Night Party at the gorgeous Sherman Library & Gardens. There, partygoers will discover world-class entertainment and signature tastings from local eateries, plus bar hosted by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, The Macallan, and Gin No. 3.
Armageddon Time

Armageddon Time explores themes of friendship, loyalty, bigotry, and racial tension — and is sure to make a splash when Oscar season rolls around.
Causeway

A psychological drama starring Jennifer Lawrence as a solider who suffers a traumatic brain injury while deployed in Afghanistan and struggles to adjust to life back home, Causeway is a thought-provoking look at veteran life.

Ready to get in on the action? Visit NBFF2022.eventive.org to purchase tickets. If you see any of our Surterre agents and staff at the festival, don’t hesitate to say hello — and for all of your real estate needs, contact your local agent today at SurterreProperties.com.