Celebrate the legacy of The Beatles with a one-of-a-kind event in Coronado!
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with rare memorabilia, film tributes, and expert insights as we honor the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ legendary San Diego concert and the cinematic milestone of HELP! — all culminating in a special SiriusXM-hosted documentary conversation with Sir Paul McCartney. Historian and CIFF Program partner, Tim Reid has once again delivered a tremendous event that weaves Coronado/San Diego history with Hollywood and celebrity moments celebrating the rich legacy that defines our City.
Beatlemania Comes to Coronado!
Saturday, November 8, 2025
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Coronado Performing Arts Center
Pre-Show Events | 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
THIS EVENT IS INCLUDED WITH ALL BADGES, BENEFACTORS + MEMBERSHIP LEVELS. You must sign-in and reserve to guarantee a seat.
Guests are invited to explore Chuck Gunderson’s Beatles memorabilia exhibit in the lobby, featuring rare items from the 1965 Balboa Stadium show. Simultaneously, early Beatles music will play inside the auditorium as guests are seated.
Program Overview
Leonard Maltin opens the program and introduces the day’s special guests: Tom Frangione, Natalie Palumbo, Chuck Gunderson, and Bruce Spizer. The event continues with a multimedia retrospective by Chuck Gunderson celebrating the Beatles' 1965 San Diego concert, followed by Bruce Spizer’s cinematic tribute to the 60th anniversary of HELP!.
SiriusXM Presents Documentary: Tug of War | 2:40 PM
A special documentary conversation with Sir Paul McCartney, hosted by Tom Frangione of The Beatles Channel. This exclusive segment explores the stories behind McCartney’s work and legacy.
Closing Conversation
The afternoon concludes with a Q&A featuring Leonard Maltin, Tom Frangione, and Natalie Palumbo.
(reminder: badge holders sign-in to reserve)
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) welcomes makers and lovers of film from all over the world to the storied seaside village of Coronado, California to celebrate the magical art of visual storytelling. Coronado’s enduring love affair with Hollywood began more than a century ago.