Kering and the Palm Springs International Film Festival

Women In Motion and the 
Palm Springs International Film Festival

In 2015, Kering launched Women In Motion at the Festival de Cannes with the aim of shining a light on women in filmmaking, both before and behind the camera. Through its annual Awards, the program recognizes inspirational figures and emerging female talent, while its Talks and Podcasts provide an opportunity for prominent personalities to share their views on women’s representation in their profession.
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.

Spotlighting the Palm Springs International Film Festival

Founded in 1990, the Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) is held early every January in California. Over the years, its Film Awards have become the first must-stop destination on the road to the Academy Awards®. PSIFF is organized by the Palm Springs International Film Society whose mission is to cultivate and promote the art of film.

Kick-starting the film-year calendar, this event showcases “Talking Pictures,” with interactive talks between actors and directors of the films screened during the Festival. PSIFF is also distinguished for its accolades. 

The actors and the director of Emilia Pérez

Women In Motion sparks discussion on the importance of inclusivity and equality in cinema

On January 3^rd, Angelina Jolie sat down with Variety’s Clayton Davis to discuss her role in Maria, directed by Pablo Larraín.
In Maria, Angelina Jolie plays Maria Callas, one of the most influential opera singers of the 20^th century, as she withdraws to Paris following a life under the spotlight. Maria reimagines the legendary soprano in her final days as she reckons with her life and career. The film also stars Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, Stephen Ashfield, as well as Valeria Golino and Kodi Smit-McPhee.
 

January 4^th featured a Q&A session between the cast and director of Emilia Pérez and Variety’s Clayton Davis as moderator.

The film sees Zoe Saldaña portray a resourceful lawyer who helps a Mexican cartel boss start anew as Emilia Pérez. Karla Sofía Gascón is cast in the eponymous role. Directed by Jacques Audiard and co-produced by Saint Laurent Productions, this exhilarating, genre-defying musical also features Selena Gomez. It won two awards at the 77^th Festival de Cannes and four awards at the 82^nd Golden Globes.