Chase Infiniti experienced a major career breakthrough in 2025. At just 25 years old, she moved from having a single television credit to gaining international recognition for her role in the acclaimed film “One Battle After Another”. Her performance has positioned her as a strong contender in the awards season and marked her as a rising star in Hollywood.

While accepting the Breakthrough Award at the 2025 IndieWire Honors, Infiniti expressed gratitude to the crew members who supported her early career. She recalled her first acting job on the Apple TV+ series “Presumed Innocent”, where she learned about the filmmaking process by observing various departments on set. Director Anne Sewitsky encouraged her curiosity, allowing her to shadow the crew, including the costume team, grips, and director of photography. Infiniti credited this open and supportive environment for preparing her for her film debut.

Infiniti described her experience working on Paul Thomas Anderson‘s “One Battle After Another” as transformative. She trained for six months for the role, participated in screen tests with Leonardo DiCaprio and Regina Hall, acted alongside Sean Penn, and met other notable cast members such as Benicio del Toro and Teyana Taylor. She shared that the project taught her valuable lessons about acting, resilience, and personal growth.

The event also honored Adam Sandler, who received the Vanguard Award. Sandler reflected on his early days in Hollywood, recalling how he was offered his first film role shortly after moving to Los Angeles at age 22. He recounted filming “Going Overboard” with a group of emerging actors, emphasizing his commitment to doing his best in every project, from movies and stand-up shows to his work on “Saturday Night Live”.

Sandler highlighted his recent achievements, including two Emmy nominations, the success of “Happy Gilmore 2”, and his performance in Noah Baumbach‘s “Jay Kelly.” He spoke about his dedication to his craft and the importance of meeting the expectations of collaborators like Baumbach, as well as his own standards.

The IndieWire Honors ceremony took place on Thursday, December 4, in Los Angeles, featuring an intimate reception and awards presentation.

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