Palm Springs Film Festival Kicks Off Awards Season with Star-Studded Gala

The 36th annual event celebrated top Oscar contenders, featuring emotional speeches and striking red carpet fashion.

The Palm Springs International Film Festival hosted its 36th Film Awards Gala, honoring a mix of breakout and veteran performers, including Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Timothée Chalamet, and Ariana Grande.
The event is seen as a key early indicator in the awards season, with many honorees vying for Oscar nominations as voting approaches.
Honorees delivered heartfelt acceptance speeches, with Nicole Kidman reflecting on her late mother and Colman Domingo captivating the audience with his off-the-cuff remarks.
The gala also highlighted ensemble achievements, presenting awards to the casts of 'Conclave' and 'Emilia Pérez,' with appearances by Ralph Fiennes, Selena Gomez, and Zoe Saldaña.
Red carpet fashion ranged from bold experimental looks, such as Ariana Grande’s custom Louis Vuitton gown, to classic elegance, including Angelina Jolie’s minimalist black satin dress.