Elle Stanion’s Personal Journey to the Screen Premieres at Newport Beach

Elle Stanion's 'News To Me' to Premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival

Elle Stanion, a multifaceted artist, is set to unveil her latest work, the music video 'News To Me', during the prestigious 26th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival. This significant event will take place on Thursday, October 23, at 8:15 PM at The LOT, Screen 3.

Written in the comfort of her living room, 'News To Me' signifies a crucial milestone in Stanion’s creative career. Over the past two years, the project has morphed into a labor of love, developed in collaboration with filmmaker Olivia McCrary, who helped co-direct and co-produce the video. Stanion reflects on the deeply personal journey that inspired her work, noting, "This film was born from the most personal corners of my life. To see it recognized by a festival of this caliber feels surreal. It’s a reminder that work born from the most personal places can still carry outward."

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the boundaries between cinema and music have blurred. With her unique approach, Stanion creates what she refers to as a "visual record". This term encapsulates not just a song but the emotional universe it encapsulates. For her, soundtracks and imagery are intertwined, forming a unified artistic experience that resonates with modern audiences, who increasingly engage with art in multifaceted ways—visually and sonically intertwined.

'News To Me' will be showcased as part of the festival’s Music Video Short Film Program, a tribute to innovative storytelling at the confluence of music and film. The festival provides a platform for films that not only entertain but also provoke thought and discussion, celebrating the rich tapestry of narratives that arise when these two artistic mediums collide.

About Elle Stanion

Hailing from California, Elle Stanion is a dynamic recording artist and filmmaker who exerts full control over her creative endeavors. Not only does she write and perform her music, but she also takes on the roles of co-producer, director, and editor for her films—ensuring each project is authentically her own from inception to completion. Her short film 'Love and Other Devices' (2014) earned the Best International Film award at the Canberra International Film Festival, and her artistry has been recognized in numerous esteemed festivals, including HollyShorts, the Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival, and LA Shorts Fest.

About the Film

At its core, 'News To Me' delves into the question of identity in the face of changing circumstances and fading memories. This nostalgic dreamscape unfolds akin to the nature of memory—fragmented yet intimate, filled with a bittersweet blend of longing and acceptance. Through transient visuals of a previous self, the film confronts the harsh reality of change and the inherent human struggle to cling to moments that inevitably slip away as time proceeds.

For additional details about the Newport Beach Film Festival, visit newportbeachfilmfest.com.

This premiere promises to be a seminal moment for both Stanion and the festival, celebrating the evolving nature of storytelling and the vital connections between musical and cinematic experiences.