Del Mar Cinema Series – Sep 7-8, 2012 – surf & ocean films

Summer is the time for movies under the stars and the Friends of Del Mar are bringing together two nights of ocean and surf films, for the 3rd annual cinema series. More on this free event from the Del Mar Times: This year, the Cinema Series kicks off Sept. 7 at sunset (around 7:30 p.m.) with …

Hollywood Dogs – from Rin Tin Tin to Uggie

Featuring author Susan Orlean, animal trainers Sarah Clifford and Omar von Muller and a screening of “Clash of the Wolves” (1925) starring Rin Tin Tin, with live musical accompaniment by Michael Mortilla. “Man’s Best Friend” has gotten a wonderful publicity boost from the movies. Canine cinema mythology has enhanced human appreciation of a dog’s loyalty, heroism, humor and intelligence from the earliest days …

Super Hero Film Festival – May 18-21 – from the Los Angeles Times

Friday, May 18 7:00 pm – Dawn of the Dead (2004) Special guests: Zack Snyder and Robert Kirkman 10:00 pm – Shaun of the Dead Special guest: Edgar Wright   Saturday, May 19 12:00 pm – RoboCop Special guest: Peter Weller 4:00 pm – A Clockwork Orange Special guest: Malcolm McDowell 8:30 pm – SUPER …

Tickets available for the 2012 Newport Beach Film Festival

This will be my second year attending the Newport Beach Film Festival. Last year I watched a film about sharks and listened to Aaron Sorkin speak about writing. I loved it. This year is looking to be just as good and I’m excited to see movies about the ocean, surfing, design, and drama. One things …