"Remembering Leonard Nimoy” Documentary

"Remembering Leonard Nimoy” Documentary to Premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival 2017

LOS ANGELES – March 17, 2017

Leonard Nimoy, a prolific actor/director, best known for playing Spock in the Star Trek franchise will be remembered in this new documentary produced and directed by his daughter Julie and son-in-law, David Knight.

“The Newport Beach Film Festival is extremely proud to host the world premiere of “Remembering Leonard Nimoy”. It is a powerful and intensely personal journey through the life of the legendary actor, director and artist.” Gregg Schwenk, CEO Newport Beach Film Festival.

“My husband, David, and I are thrilled that Newport Beach Film Festival has selected our documentary “Remembering Leonard Nimoy” to be screened at their film festival starting April 20-27 says Executive Producer, Julie Nimoy”.

“Remembering Leonard Nimoy” is an intimate journey into Leonard Nimoy’s personal life. Featuring stories from his childhood growing up in Boston, his early career in Hollywood, his breakout role on the Star Trek series, highlights from his remarkable career, special moments and memories shared by his family, to the remaining years of his life battling chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (COPD)

“Remembering Leonard Nimoy” features interviews with Leonard’s family which includes: his children Julie and Adam, his wife Susan, his step-son Aaron and his six grandchildren sharing poignant stories and special memories. This memorable documentary also includes never-seen-before videos and photos.

For film lovers and Leonard Nimoy fans, tickets for “Remembering Leonard Nimoy” will go on sale April 1st atnewportbeachfilmfest.com/.