Simon West’s ‘Old Guy’ to World Premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)

variety.com:

Katcy Stephan Simon West‘s “Old Guy,” starring Christoph Waltz, Cooper Hoffman and Lucy Liu, will make its world premiere as the opening night film at this year’s Newport Beach Film Festival.

West and Waltz are expected to attend the screening on Oct. 17, kicking off the 25th edition of the Festival from Oct. 17-24.

The Avenue will release “Old Guy” in the spring of 2025. Waltz will receive the Icon Award at the screening in celebration of his storied career.

He is a two-time Academy Award winner for his performances in Quentin Tarantino’s “Inglorious Basterds” and “Django Unchained.” His other credits include “Big Eyes,” “The French Dispatch,” “Horrible Bosses 2,” “No Time To Die,” “Spectre,” and “Water for Elephants.” His upcoming projects include “Dracula: A Love Tale” and “Frankenstein.” “The Festival is thrilled to host the World Premiere of Simon West’s ‘Old Guy’ as the Opening Night Film to kick off the 25th anniversary of the Newport Beach Film Festival,” said NBFF CEO and executive director Gregg Schwenk. “To have Christoph Waltz in attendance to honor his iconic career will truly create an unforgettable event for our audience.