Overview

• The Vanguard Award recognizes the collective work of the cast and director of 'Emilia Pérez', a Spanish-language musical drama.
• Director Jacques Audiard, along with actors Karla Sofia Gascón, Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, and Edgar Ramírez, will accept the award.
• The film previously won the Jury Prize at Cannes, with its main actresses sharing the Best Actress award.
• 'Emilia Pérez' tells the story of a Mexican former cartel boss seeking to live authentically, featuring strong performances from its diverse cast.
• The Palm Springs International Film Festival, where the award will be presented, runs from January 2-13, 2025.