PALM SPRINGS, CA — Actor Andrew Garfield will be honored at the 2027 Palm Springs International Film Awards for his portrayal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in "Artificial," a biographical comedy-drama exploring the company's leadership upheaval in 2023, organizers announced Thursday.
Garfield, a two-time Academy Award nominee, will receive the Spotlight Award at the Jan. 7 ceremony at the Palm Springs Convention Center.
"Andrew Garfield continues to prove his range as one of the most versatile talents of his generation," Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi said. "As Sam Altman in 'Artificial,' Garfield captures the complexities of one of the most polarizing figures of the 21st century. The depth of his performance is a testament to his remarkable skill as an actor."
Directed by Luca Guadagnino, "Artificial" follows the events surrounding Altman's sudden ouster and reinstatement as CEO of OpenAI in 2023. The film also stars Yura Borisov, Monica Barbaro, Cooper Hoffman and Jason Schwartzman.
Garfield's film credits include "The Amazing Spider-Man," "Hacksaw Ridge," "The Social Network," "Silence" and "Tick, Tick... Boom!" He is also a Golden Globe, BAFTA and Tony Award winner and a two-time Emmy nominee.
Previous recipients of the Spotlight Award include Timothée Chalamet, Bryan Cranston, Brendan Fraser and Colman Domingo. All four went on to receive Academy Award nominations for best actor, with Fraser winning for his performance in "The Whale."
The Palm Springs International Film Awards will take place Thursday, Jan. 7, 2027, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros.
The awards ceremony kicks off the 38th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival, which runs Jan. 7-18, 2027.
For more information, visit psfilmfest.org.
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