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Palm Springs, Calif. (July 10, 2025) – The Palm Springs International Film Society has announced a multi-year partnership with global luxury group Kering as the new presenting sponsor of the Palm Springs International Film Awards. As part of the sponsorship, Women In Motion, Kering’s acclaimed program spotlighting women in the arts and culture, will present two Talking Pictures during the festival’s opening weekend. The 2026 Film Awards will take place Saturday, January 3rd, with the 37th annual festival scheduled for January 2-12, 2026. Film Awards tables and festival passes go on sale August 1, 2025.
“We are honored to welcome Kering as the Presenting Sponsor of the Palm Springs International Film Awards,” said Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi. “Kering is more than a global leader in luxury—it’s a force for cultural change. Their commitment to artistic innovation and amplifying diverse voices aligns perfectly with our mission. This partnership celebrates the power of storytelling and the global impact of film.”
“We are thrilled to partner with the Palm Springs International Film Festival and Awards as part of Kering’s long-standing commitment to supporting cinema and celebrating creative talent,” said Laurent Claquin, Chief Brand Officer of Kering. “In honor of its 10th anniversary, Women In Motion made its debut at the Festival this year with two powerful conversations — one with the cast of Emilia Pérez, and another with Angelina Jolie. Through this initiative, we not only recognize women’s contributions to culture, but also create a space to amplify their voices, spark dialogue, and inspire future generations.”
Palm Springs International Film Festival is one of the first stops during Awards Season – nearly all honorees at the 2025 Film Awards went on to receive Academy Award nominations. Adrien Brody (Desert Palm Achievement Award, Actor), Kieran Culkin (Breakthrough Performance Award, Actor), Mikey Madison (Breakthrough Performance Award, Actress) and Zoe Saldaña (Vanguard Award) went on to win Oscars in their respective acting categories. The festival also screened numerous Oscar winners including “I’m Still Here” (Best International Feature), “Flow” (Best Animated Feature Film), and “No Other Land” (Best Documentary Feature). Best Live Action Short winner “I’m Not a Robot” screened at the 2024 Palm Springs ShortFest.
At last year’s festival, Women In Motion supported two Talking Pictures, featuring Angelina Jolie for her role in “Maria,” and “Emilia Pérez” actors Karla Sofia Gascón, Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, Edgar Ramírez and director Jacques Audiard. Launched in 2015 at the Festival de Cannes, Women In Motion has become a vital platform with the aim of shining a light on women in all aspects of filmmaking, both in front and behind the camera. Through its support of the Palm Springs international Film Festival, Kering deepens its commitment to amplifying the contributions of women in the film industry and celebrating creative voices.
For more information on the Palm Springs International Film Festival, visit www.psfilmfest.org or call (760) 969-7533 or toll free (800) 898-7256.
About the Palm Springs International Film Society
The Palm Springs International Film Society is a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate and promote the art and science of film through education and cross-cultural awareness. The Film Society produces the Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) and Film Awards every January and Palm Springs ShortFest in June. In addition, to curating the best in international cinema, PSIFF’s Film Awards has come to be known as the first stop on the campaign trail for the Academy Awards® and our Oscar®-qualifying ShortFest is the largest short film festival and market in North America. Our festivals, year-round member screenings and educational programs manifest our organization’s mission by nurturing and encouraging new filmmaking talent, honoring the great masters of world cinema, and expanding audience horizons. For more on the Palm Springs International Film Society and its festival events, please visit https://www.psfilmfest.org.
About Kering
Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across ready-to-wear and couture, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering’s Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy.
About Women In Motion
Kering's commitment to women is at the heart of the Group's priorities and, through Women In Motion, extends to the arts and culture, where gender inequalities persist, even though creation is one of the most powerful vectors for change. In 2015, Kering launched Women In Motion at the Festival de Cannes with the ambition of highlighting the talent of women in cinema, both in front of and behind the camera. The program has since been extended to other artistic fields, including photography. Through its Awards, the program recognizes the influence of inspirational figures and provides concrete support for emerging talent. Its Talks and Podcasts provide a forum for personalities to share their views on the representation of women in their professional environment.
In 2025, the anniversary year of the creation of Women In Motion, Kering celebrates 10 years of commitment to women in the arts and culture. A pioneering program, Women In Motion highlights the talent and diversity of the female voices shaping the artistic world. More than a celebration, this 10-year celebration marks a milestone in the commitment of the Group to providing a space for dialogue and action, in order to continue promoting the recognition and influence of women in creation.
For more information visit the Women In Motion press section on kering.com.
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