The coastal event celebrates 25 years with a lineup of cinematic, culinary and fashion experiences — plus anniversary kudos — from Oct. 17 to 24

The Newport Beach Film Festival has added Irish Spotlight, a program that will showcase a small slate of Irish films. The fest will host North American Premieres of Blue Fiddle, Four Mothers and the docu Housewife of the Year. The evening will take place October 20 and include a celebration of Irish cinema, culture and cuisine.

I have that feeling of younger me 25 years ago, and I think it keeps us on our toes.” He said that when they started out they were hardly noticed and couldn’t attract a first-run film. This year, the opening night of the Newport Beach Film Festival on Friday,