This year’s recipients of the Virtuosos Award, an honor created to recognize a select group of talent whose noteworthy performances in films this season have propelled them into the forefront of national cinematic conversation.

SBIFF’s 2025 honorees include Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain), Harris Dickinson (Babygirl), Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez), Selena Gomez (Emilia Pérez), Ariana Grande (Wicked), Clarence Maclin (Sing Sing), Mikey Madison (Anora) and John Magaro (September 5)

They will discuss their work and receive their awards in person on Sunday, February 9 during the 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival, moderated by Dave Karger.