Palm Springs International Film Awards 2025 Highlights

The 2025 Palm Springs International Film Awards celebrated notable achievements in cinema on January 3, honoring stars like Timothée Chalamet, who received the Chairman's Award, and Selena Gomez, whose ensemble cast was awarded the Vanguard Award for 'Emilia Pérez'. The event, part of the annual film festival, featured a star-studded red carpet with appearances by Angelina Jolie, Ariana Grande, and Colman Domingo, who received the Spotlight Award for his role in 'Sing Sing'. The festival showcases 164 films from 71 countries and will run until January 13, closing with the premiere of 'The Penguin Lessons'. Artistic director Liliana Rodriguez highlighted the festival's opening film, 'Better Man', describing it as a touching narrative on fame and resilience. This year's awards have historically been predictive of Oscar nominations, with several past winners going on to achieve Academy Awards success. The festival continues to be a significant platform for emerging talent and established stars alike.