36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival

The Palm Springs International Film Festival is a premier event that showcases the best in global cinema. Each year, the festival draws film enthusiasts, industry professionals, and Hollywood’s biggest stars for a celebration of artistic excellence and storytelling. Recognized as one of the most important film festivals leading up to the film awards season, including the Oscars, it plays a pivotal role in the journey toward cinematic acclaim. From captivating film screenings and engaging Q&A sessions to a glamorous red-carpet gala and prestigious award ceremony, the festival offers a rich tapestry of events. It’s a vibrant gathering that honors the art of film and brings together a diverse community of creatives and fans alike.

Palm Springs International Film Awards – Jan. 3

The Palm Springs International Film Awards & Gala is a dazzling celebration of cinematic excellence, drawing Hollywood’s elite. This glamorous evening features a radiant red carpet, where stars don shimmering gowns and sharp tuxedos, creating a captivating display of fashion and elegance. The event, presented by Silvercrest and Entertainment Tonight, offers gourmet cuisine, cocktails, and an atmosphere filled with camaraderie as actors, directors, and industry insiders gather to honor outstanding achievements in film. The allure of the Film Awards is timeless, with many A-listers returning year after year to share stories, rekindle friendships, and make new connections in the enchanting setting of Palm Springs.

The Award Goes To:

The film Emilia Pérez will receive the Vanguard Award, which honors a film’s cast and director for their collective work on an exceptional project. Director Jacques Audiard and actors Karla Sofia Gascón, Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, and Edgar Ramírez will receive the award.

Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo is the recipient of the Spotlight Award Actor for his performance in Sing Sing. In the A24 film Sing Sing, Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including a wary newcomer (Clarence Maclin).  It is a stirring true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art.

Mikey Madison will receive the Breakthrough Performance Award for Anora. Since winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes, Anora has been the most talked-about film this season. ANORA is an audacious, thrilling, and comedic variation of a modern-day Cinderella story. Mikey Madison captivates as Ani, a young sex worker from Brooklyn whose life takes an unexpected turn when she meets and impulsively marries Vanya, the reckless son of a Russian billionaire. However, when Vanya’s parents catch wind of the union, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage, setting off a wild chase through the streets of New York.

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Palm Springs International Film Selections

Come back, as this will be added on Nov. 26, when the films and schedule are released.

Festival Events

Come back, as this will be added on Nov. 26, when the films and schedule are released.

Passes

Benefactor – $3,884 ($2,000 tax-deductible)

Premiere – $2,597 ($1,350 tax-deductible)

Concierge – $3,112 ($1,250 tax-deductible)

Platinum – $ 607

5 – Day A Pass – $397 (Jan 3 – 7)

5 – Day B Pass – $397 (Jan 8 – 12)

Student Pass – $213

After you purchase your pass, you will receive a confirmation email with more information about it and instructions on how to add your name to it. As passes are non-transferrable, this should match the name of the individual using the pass. Wear your pass at all times throughout the festival, as entry will not be granted without it.

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Ticket Information

November 26 – Films & Schedule go live on the festival website

November 26 – Member Preview @Home

November 26- December 1 – Member-Only Early Bird Ticket Sales

December 2 – General Public Ticket Sales begin

General Admission $15 | PSIFS Members $12

Talking Pictures are $20 – $30.

You can purchase online, by phone at 760.778.8979 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, or at the box office by credit card only.

Bring your valid ticket with you to the theatre, whether you received it at a box office, printed it at home, or have it on your mobile device.

Lines begin forming 30 – 45 minutes before showtime outside of the theater.

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