Long Beach Film Festival sets stage for its fifth year

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Going into its fifth year, the Long Beach International Film Festival is set to deliver a busy lineup of film screenings, food and musical entertainment Aug. 3-5.

The festival will feature an international slate of more than 40 films, including feature-length narratives, documentaries, short and animated movies for all ages along with a diverse lineup of local music acts.

The three-day event will also feature events on the beach such as the Shorts On The Beach Film Series, which will exhibit short films from around the world, along with Taste On The Beach, the Joan Jett Music Film Series and a surprise documentary.

“So many world renowned filmmakers and musicians come out of Long Island, it’s a breeding ground of talent,” LBIFF Co-founder Ingrid Dodd said in a statement. “The Atlantic Ocean will be the backdrop as we showcase these stars, under the stars. It’s magical.” 

Over 50 vendors have committed to the LBIFF’s Taste On The Beach event, which will take place on Friday, Aug. 5 at National Boulevard beach in front of the Allegria Hotel. The event brings many of Long Island’s premier wine, spirits, and restaurants to offer their most popular dishes for festival attendees.

The night will include musical performances that will take place on the beach at National Boulevard near the Allegria Hotel for the second consecutive year.  The concerts will kick-off at 4 p.m. and will be followed up with the Shorts On The Beach Film Series. The beach concerts and films shown on the beach are free to the public.

The musical lineup will feature Raquel Castro and Marissa Ann, who previously starred on NBC’s “The Voice.” Other talents include “American Idol” contestant Robbie Rosen, INAS X, The Janes, and more.

“Our live musical performances really set the tone for a great evening of food and film appreciation in a unique setting, it’s a wonderful treat for our community.” LBIFF Co-Founder Craig Weintraub said. 

The events on Aug. 5 will be hosted by Emmy-winners Rob Petrone of FiOS1 Long Island’s “Restaurant Hunter,” News 12 Long Island Reporter, Erin Colton and renowned arena announcer and host, Chuck Lott. 

To purchase festival passes and tickets online, or for more information and a full schedule, visit www.longbeachfilm.com.

 Each year the festival draws more and more local musical talent and I’m excited to showcase these rising stars in front of film makers and producers from all over the world,” LBIFF Live Music Director Rick Eberle said.