By LB Indy Staff
The Coast Film & Music Festival ( CFMF ) is back for its fifth Annual Film & Music Festival , showcasing a diverse range of independent feature and short films , musical performances and interactive experiences for the whole family from Nov . 8 to 12 .
The festival was recently honored with the Laguna Beach Arts Alliance 2022 Best Arts Program Award at its annual Art Stars event in April .
“ This recognition is truly an honor ,” said Ben Warner , the founder and
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executive director of CFMF . “ It fills us with a deep sense of pride and renewed excitement as we prepare for our upcoming fifth annual event in November .”
CFMF is committed to fostering collaboration between creators and diverse communities , igniting ideas , and capturing the spirit of outdoor lifestyle , culture , conservation , and adventure . The festival will take place at the Festival of the Arts Fairgrounds in Laguna Beach . Passes and tickets will go on sale to the public after Labor
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Day . During the festival , attendees can expect 60 plus documentary and adventure films ; Q & As with film directors , athletes , and special guests before and after screenings ; Speaker panels and workshops ; Youth Filmmaker and environmental stewardship programs ; Live music ; Art exhibitions and artist signings ; A lively exhibitor village with sponsors , non-profits and environmental partners ; Networking opportunities with filmmakers , athletes and creators and party time with local food , drink and a silent disco . |
The 2022 Coast Film and Music Festival ’ s final night showing of Five Summer Stories with a live soundtrack performance from the local Laguna Beach band “ Honk ” was a sold-out success . Photo / Jim Collins |
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