In The Hollywood Reporter, Scott Feinberg explores how the Palm Springs International Film Festival has evolved into a must‑attend stop for Oscar contenders, drawing A‑list talent who cut short their holiday breaks to make an appearance. With its awards gala on Friday, January 3 honoring Timothée Chalamet, Miley Cyrus, Leonardo DiCaprio and more, the piece reveals why the festival’s timing, voter presence and industry visibility make it one of the most influential events of awards season — and why the rush to the desert has become a strategic necessity.
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