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Lighthouse International Film Festival Announces 2023 Line Up

LONG BEACH – The Lighthouse In - ternational Film Festival on Long Beach Island is very proud to announce the first wave of titles featured in its 2023 edition, to take place June 7 through the 11 on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. The scenic East Coast beach community, which has hosted the celebrated film event for fifteen years, will feature dozens of screenings in four locations, with filmmaker Q&As, special events and much more.

Narrative features headlining this year’s festival include the World Premiere of Jumpei Matsuomo’s provocative new drama “Wheels And Axle.” Joining it will be the U.S. Premiere of Genevieve Albert’s “Noemie Says Yes,” a powerful female-centered story from Quebec; the International Premiere of the South Korea’s “The First Glance” by Hyun-Tak Kim; and the Greek coming-of age-drama

“Listen” from filmmaker Maria Douza. Feature documentaries at this year’s festival include the World Premiere of “Stories From The Lighthouse” from three-time Oscar nominee Deborah Dickson, the U.S. Premiere of “Noura Kevorkiazn’s “Batata,” Slamdance favorite “American Pot Story” by Dan Katzir and Ravit Marcus, Nisha Pahuja’s TIFF darling “To Kill A Tiger,” and trans filmmaker Ash Kreis’ “We Are Tenacious,” about a Colorado alpaca farm run by trans and Queer residents who are forced to carry firearms to protect themselves from local right-wing militias.

The 2023 Lighthouse International Film Festival also offers a number of exceptional short film exhibitions, featuring an exciting and diverse lineup from twelve countries. This year’s festival highlights several award-winning films and filmmakers, including “When You Left Me On That Boulevard,” winner of the Sundance Short Film Grand Jury Prize, and “Nakam,” which was short-listed for Oscar nomination.

Additionally, Christina Yoon, the award-winning writer/director/editor of Apple TV+’s Pachinko, will present her short film “Motherland.” Another notable is “Requiem,” which features Bella Ramsey of “Game of Thrones” and “Last of Us,” and “A Lot Of You Are Asking” from 51 First Dates podcast host, Liza Renzulli.

The short film “Shell Shocked” stars Emmy-nominated Evan Hall (“Orange is the New Black”) as a veteran struggling with PTSD while “The Rewrite” is a charming comedy starring Chris Geere (“This is Us”) and Chris Webster (“Most Dangerous Game”). The festival will also screen the acclaimed documentary short “Under G_D,” directed by Paula Eiselt, who IndieWire recently named one of “22 Rising Filmmakers to Watch in 2022” and “Requiem For A Whale” from Israeli filmmaker Ido Weisman, which won the IDFA Award for Best Student Film.

The first wave of feature films screening at LIFF 2023 are noted below. A full listing of short films can be found at lighthouseff.com.

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As Cox extended her heartfelt gratitude to the members of the EEA, she effortlessly captivated them with her compelling story. The group found great inspiration from the charismatic woman who has journeyed worldwide as a motivational speaker – focusing on possible thinking to achieve the impossible.

Now 40, Cox began flying at the age of 25, simply because it was a fear she wanted to overcome. Cox also has a black belt in Taekwondo, drives a car with her feet, and has mastered several other accomplishments. Cox has not used prosthetics since she was 14 years old.

“From the beginning, I was blessed with a wonderful set of parents who always told me I could do anything,” Cox said.

“That’s not true for everyone with a disability. We want to be that example for children with disabilities when they’re so impressible.”

In addition to showing up around the world to inspire others, Cox has grand plans. Her big goal is to fly the finished airplane over the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028 in Los Angeles. She’s hoping other pilots with disabilities will join her in formation over the games.

Ocean County Commissioner Director Joseph H. Vicari, Commissioner Gary Quinn, and Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy all came to the airport to meet Cox in person. Vicari made a special presentation in his capacity as the Ocean County Airport manager.

“As a former educator for 40 years, one of the things we always teach everyone in the classroom is to reach high and reach your fullest potential,” Vicari said. “Sometimes a disability can overcome someone even with a lot of opportunities. Jessica has shown that she could reach for the stars and is an inspiration to me and everyone.”

Those interested in learning more about Jessica Cox should visit her website at jessica.cox.com . In addition, a 2015 documentary called “Right Footed” provides even more inspirational details about this remarkable woman’s journey and is available on Prime Video.