Manny The Movie Guy Exclusive: "Kiss of the Spider Woman" Gets Desert Premiere at Star-Studded Fundraiser

Palm Springs got an early taste of one of the season's most anticipated films when "Kiss of the Spider Woman" held an exclusive advance screening at the Annenberg Theater this week.

The sold-out fundraising event drew Oscar-winning director Bill Condon, who brought his highly anticipated musical adaptation to the desert ahead of its October 10th nationwide release.

Based on Manuel Puig's groundbreaking novel, the story has captivated audiences through multiple acclaimed adaptations - from the 1985 Oscar-winning film to the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. But Condon believes this version arrives at the perfect cultural moment.

What made this screening so special? How does this new adaptation compare to its predecessors? And what did the director reveal about bringing this 50-year-old story to modern audiences?

Watch the full video above for exclusive interviews with the filmmakers and all the details from this glamorous desert premiere.