Inde Navarrette to receive Rising Star Award at 2027 Palm Springs Film Fest

PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. (KESQ) - The Palm Springs International Film Awards has announced that actress Inde Navarrette will receive the Rising Star Award for her performance in Focus Features’ Obsession.

Navarrette will be recognized during the 2027 Palm Springs International Film Awards, taking place Thursday, January 7, at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The accompanying Palm Springs International Film Festival will run January 7–18, 2027.

The Rising Star Award celebrates emerging talent making a notable impression in the film industry, recognizing performers whose work signals an exciting future in cinema.

Written, directed, and edited by Curry Barker, the film also stars Michael Johnston, Megan Lawless, Cooper Tomlinson, and Andy Richter.

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Navarrette joins the growing list of talent being recognized at the 2027 Palm Springs International Film Awards. Previously announced honorees include Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton, who will receive the Vanguard Award for their work on A24's The Invite.

With its annual awards ceremony celebrating achievements across the film industry, the Palm Springs International Film Awards continues to serve as a major gathering during the awards-season calendar.

The 2027 ceremony will take place on January 7 at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the 38th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival welcoming filmmakers and moviegoers from around the world through January 18.

Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing coverage on film festival announcements.