One of the many exciting things about living in Palm Springs is the Palm Springs International Film Festival, which runs from January 3-14, 2013. It’s a great time to be in the valley, whether you’re here viewing Palm Desert real estate, taking a desert vacation or living here full-time.
In addition to all the galas, premieres and other special events at the festival, this year Richard Gere will be attending to accept the Chairman’s Award for his role in Arbitrage, which has already earned him a Golden Globes nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama.
Past recipients of this coveted award include Dustin Hoffman, Ben Affleck, George Clooney and Nicole Kidman. The awards Gala, which is presented by Cartier, will take place at the held at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Other stars receiving awards at this exciting event include the cast of Argo, Dame Helen Mirren, Sally Field, Bradley Cooper, Naomi Watts and Robert Zemeckis.
In Arbitrage, Gere stars as New York hedge-fund magnate Robert Miller, a man desperate to complete the sale of his trading empire on the eve of his 60th birthday. Written and directed by Nicholas Jarecki, the film also starts Tim Roth, Susan Sarandon, Laetitia Casta, Brit Marling and Nate Parker. Gere is known for his wide-ranging roles, from Pretty Women, An Officer and a Gentleman and Unfaithful to Primal Fear, American Gigolo and his Golden Globe-winning performance in Chicago.
The appeal of living in Palm Springs has always been recognized by Hollywood film stars, many of whom have lived in the valley and owned Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Indian Wells and Palm Desert real estate. The celebrity presence, coupled with community’s appreciation for the arts, has resulted in a vibrant, thriving arts and entertainment culture throughout the region.
Stay tuned for more information on this exciting Palm Springs International Film Festival!