In this exclusive Q&A, Filipina singer, actress, and producer Rachel Alejandro opens up about the making of Song of the Fireflies, the award-winning Filipino musical film inspired by the real-life Loboc Children’s Choir. Speaking candidly at the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival, Alejandro reflects on the film’s emotional impact, the power of Filipino storytelling, and her journey balancing acting and producing. From behind-the-scenes challenges to the heartwarming message she hopes audiences carry with them, this conversation offers an intimate look at the passion and perseverance behind a film that continues to shine on the global stage.
Exploring the Realities of Growing Up: “Adult Children” at the Newport Beach Film Festival 2025
November 5, 2025 By Leave a Comment
At this year’s Newport Beach Film Festival, I had the opportunity to interview the cast and creators of Adult Children on the red carpet, one of the festival’s featured films. Written by Annika Marks and directed by Rich Newey, Adult Children takes a heartfelt and humorous look at what it really means to grow up. […]
Iconic He-Man, Rocky IV, and Creed II Star Dolph Lundgren Premieres “Dolph: Unbreakable” at the Newport Beach Film Festival 2025 – Swedish Spotlight
October 22, 2025 By Leave a Comment
The legendary action star opened up about his inspiring new documentary Dolph: Unbreakable, offering fans a rare glimpse into his personal journey of strength, resilience, and reinvention. Unbreakable is a riveting feature documentary that peels back the layers of Dolph Lundgren’s iconic action-hero persona to reveal the extraordinary—and often painful—journey of one of Hollywood’s most […]
Documentary Premiere of Beyond the Gaze Celebrates Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Founding Editor Jule Campbell’s Legacy at Newport Beach Film Festival
October 26, 2024 By Leave a Comment
The Newport Beach Film Festival recently premiered Beyond the Gaze, a riveting documentary about the life and career of Jule Campbell, the pioneering editor behind the iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition. Hosted at The New Port Theater in Corona Del Mar, CA, the event brought together fans, industry veterans, and media to celebrate Campbell’s groundbreaking […]
Unforgettable Vibes at Ohana Festival 2024: Crowded House and Devo Ignite Doheny Beach
October 3, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Nestled on the stunning shores of Dana Point, California, Ohana Festival blends music, family, and the laid-back coastal vibes of Southern California. Now in its seventh year, the festival—born from a collaboration between Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam manager Mark Smith, and Live Nation—has grown into a beloved annual tradition. Named after the Hawaiian concept of […]
Vulture Festival 2023: A Decade of Pop Culture Extravaganza with Sharon Stone’s Artful Unveiling
November 14, 2023 By Leave a Comment
On Nov 11-12, Vulture Fest (Pop culture extravaganza for fans of TV and movies and other stuff) returned for the tenth year in a row with a weekend of high-profile celebs. The event took place at NYA Studios in Los Angeles. The festival brought fans a plethora of actors in conversation, screenings, live music, and […]
Mark Ronson Honored at Newport Beach Film Festival 2023: A Conversation with Scott Feinberg on Music, Movies, and ‘Barbie’
October 16, 2023 By Leave a Comment
On Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Fashion Island in the Bloomingdale’s courtyard, I had the privilege of witnessing one of the most influential figures in the music industry, Oscar and Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Mark Ronson, received the Newport Beach Film Festival’s Outstanding Achievement in Music Award. Ronson has received 12 Grammy nominations, seven of […]
The Killers Left an Indelible Mark on the Fans at Ohana Fest 2023 in Dana Point, CA
October 13, 2023 By Leave a Comment
When I heard The Killers were headlining Ohana Festival, the decision to see one of my favorite alt rock bands was a no brainer. The Killers performed on the first day of Ohana Festival on September 29 at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, CA. It was my first time to go to the fest […]
A Night of Magic Gala celebrates Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters 90th Anniversary
September 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
On Aug, 26, 2023 marks the most exciting event of Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters. A Night of Magic Gala is a red carpet event celebrating the Pageant of the Masters’ 90th anniversary where attendees, VIPs and celebrities walked the red carpet. The night was magical where three world-class magicians: Johnny Ace Palmer, World […]
A Chat with Giselle “G” Tongi-Walters & Marcie Taylor about the Upcoming FPAC 2022
August 31, 2022 By Leave a Comment
After a 5-year hiatus, the Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) is back in La La Land on Sept 3. I am stoked to be chattin’ with two of the Board Members of FilAm ARTS: Giselle “G” Tongi-Walters, Executive Director and Marcie Taylor, Secretary, Giselle Töngi has long been active in the entertainment industry […]
