Six Ӱ Documentary & Narrative Films To Screen at the Newport Beach Film Festival
Congratulations to the following student films which will screen at the 25th Newport Beach Film Festival!
Join us for the Screening on Saturday, Oct. 19 11:30 AM
The Big Newport Edwards
Theater #4
た だ い ま [ta·die·ma]
Directed by Gordon Buck
Narrative
Nina has returned to her hometown to see Mother, but being back triggers memories of her childhood, memories of Mother, and Nina struggles to cope as the puzzle pieces about their relationship fall into place.
Rubenesque
Directed by Shanaya Coloma
Narrative
"Rubenesque" explores the journey of Reese, an 18-year-old high school senior, as she grapples with self-acceptance as a plus size teenager in a society defined by unrealistic beauty standards. Alongside her battle against these expectations, Reese must also navigate the challenges of a toxic friendship.
Brett Wong's Ex-Girlfriends
Directed by Gianna Labinpuno
Narrative
A revenge-driven high school senior gathers a group of four other women, including a permanently limped former athlete, to plot the murder of their mutual ex-boyfriend, Brett Wong.
The Bridge Between
Directed by Tia Brieger
Documentary
Fueled by a yearning to reconnect with her Cambodian roots, a filmmaker immerses herself in the culture the best way that she can: through the arts and conversation.
Our Refinery
Directed by Reid Sauter
Documentary
Nine years after a near-catastrophic explosion at the Torrance oil refinery, filmmaker Reid Sauter explores lingering controversies and the voices of community activists who are fighting to spread awareness of an imminent threat... toxic hydrofluoric acid.
A Place In This World
Directed by Bri Chappelear & Hannah Levin
Documentary
After over a decade of criticism and misogyny regarding Taylor Swift’s dating life instead of her talent, fans have now found a way to shed their shame, and champion their favorite artist while reconnecting with their femininity and finding comfort in embracing all that comes with girlhood.
