Beach Break Film Festival 2024 in Half Moon Bay

Beach Break Entertainment, Half Moon Bay’s premier film entertainment source, proudly announces its Third Annual Beach Break Film Festival at the Coastal Repertory Theatre. Catch three days of feature films, exclusive screenings, panels, Q&A, special guests, events, shorts, and world premieres.

Saturday, December 28, 7:00 - 9:30 PM
"The Grab" by Gabriela Cowperthwaite
An investigative journalist uncovers the money, influence, and alarming rationale behind covert efforts to control the most vital resource on the planet. Screening Panel: Gabriela Cowperthwaite, Nathan Halverson & Others TBA 
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Sunday, December 29, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"Counted Out" by Vicki Abeles
Explores math’s role in empowering individuals by shaping access to financial security, civic engagement, and the health of our democracy—and how changing the way we teach math can help all of us thrive. Followed by an in-depth discussion and Q & A with Director, Vicki Abeles, Lisa and subjects from the film.
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Sunday, December 29, 1:30 - 3:30 PM - two shows/one price
"PlanetWalker" by Dominic & Nadia Gill, 1:00 PM  (31 minutes)
After witnessing the 1971 oil spill in San Francisco Bay, John Francis is determined to travel across America on foot – and in silence.
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"Walk With Me" by David & HiJin Hodge (56 minutes)
A personal narrative about the filmmaker’s rediscovery of the value of walking, follows his adjustment from a car-dependent American city to an eminently walkable Scandinavian city.
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Sunday, December 29, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
"A Divine Trilogy" by Annette M. King & Splicer Films
A Divine Journey profiles a young changemaker, Divine Mugisha, overcoming the challenges of growing up at a refugee camp. Despite her struggles, she dedicates her life to creating change and advocating for human rights. Divine starts Supportive Pillar Organisation, a community cause dedicated to helping youth attend school. On a mission to address mental health challenges, Divine recognizes she must leave home to pursue her own education so she can better serve her community. Q & A following with Director Annette King and others.
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Sunday, December 29, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
"Plastic People" by Ben Addelman, Co-Director Ziya Tong
The ground-breaking feature documentary investigates our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health. Q & A following with special guests Sea Hugger and Recology of the Coast Representatives.
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Sunday, December 29, 8:40 PM
"Last Known Coordinates" by Chris Bertish
An intimate account of Bertish's epic journey as he battles storms, equipment failures, sharks, leaks, and loneliness to test the limits of what is truly possible. Followed by an enthusiastic and first hand account of Chris’s amazing travels. Q&A Following: Legendary Surfer & Filmmaker, Chris Bertish
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Monday, December 30, 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM
"Arthur Tress: Water’s Edge" by Stephen Berkeley Lewis
A feature length character study of a strange and fascinating man who takes strange and fascinating photographs. Arthur Tress, gives Stephen Berkeley access into his work, mind, and life. Q & A: Special Guests: Stephen Berkeley Lewis, Photographer Arthur Tress.  Preceeded by short, "Calcada Knows You".
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Monday, December 30, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
"Cyndi Lauper: Let the Canary Sing" by Alison Ellwood
"Chronicles Cyndi Lauper's meteoric ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations through her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering feminism, and tireless advocacy. Lauper was, and is, a forerunner for not just gay rights, but women’s rights, racism, diversity, inclusion and equity long before it became a trendy quality for artists. "Let the Canary Sing" details her efforts in these areas, up to the present time where she has been instrumental in making government funded services available for unhoused LGBTQ+ youth." - Lily Moayeri, Spin Magazine. Followed by an in-depth discussion with special guests.
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Monday, December 30, 5:00 - 7:15 PM
"Carol Doda Topless at the Condor (R)" by Marlo McKenzie & Jonathan Parker
Set in San Francisco in 1964, Carol Doda Topless at the Condor tells the story of the fresh-faced girl next door who defied convention and the law by gyrating atop a white baby grand piano and turning a North Beach nightclub into the city's second-most-popular tourist attraction after the Golden Gate Bridge. Q & A with Directors: Marlo McKenzie & Jonathan Parker, and Wednesday Martin, Ph.D.
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