Penélope Cruz to Receive Creative Impact in Acting Award at Palm Springs Film Festival

Variety, the esteemed entertainment publication, will pay tribute to acclaimed actor Penélope Cruz, presenting her with the Creative Impact in Acting Award at the upcoming Palm Springs International Film Festival. This prestigious accolade, to be bestowed during Variety's annual 10 Directors to Watch and Creative Impact Awards brunch, presented by DIRECTV, is scheduled for January 5 at the Parker Palm Springs.

Penélope Cruz, a four-time Oscar nominee celebrated for her daring and unforgettable performances in films such as "Volver," "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," "Nine," and the recent "Parallel Mothers," will be honored for her accomplished career. The recognition extends to her latest film, "Ferrari," directed by Michael Mann, where she stars alongside Adam Driver. The film, premiered at the Venice International Film Festival, depicts the story of the iconic race car driver and entrepreneur and hits theaters on December 25, 2023.

Variety's Executive Vice President Content, Steven Gaydos, commended Cruz's enduring impact, stating, "More than 30 years after her stunning film debut, Penelope Cruz continues startling global film audiences with her limitless versatility."

Cruz's association with renowned directors, including Pedro Almodóvar, has garnered major accolades, with an Oscar win for her role in Woody Allen's "Vicky Cristina Barcelona." Her current pinnacle performance in Michael Mann's "Ferrari" further solidifies her standing in the industry.

Palm Springs International Film Festival, running from January 4 to 15, 2024, will serve as the backdrop for this esteemed recognition, celebrating Penélope Cruz's influential contributions to acting and her compelling portrayal in "Ferrari." The festival will also honor director Yorgos Lanthimos and screenwriter Eric Roth at the Jan. 5 event. Variety's announcement of its 10 Directors to Watch is set for January 3, timed to the issue release.