If you weren't already excited for the Dubai International Film Festival ...
Maybe the star-studded guest list will do the trick ...
International stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Eva Longoria, Shah Rukh Khan, Richard Dreyfuss and Dev Patel will all be in attendance!
American actor Gyllenhaal, who most recently starred in the Hollywood film "Southpaw," will receive Variety‘s International Star of the Year award during the festival.
"Jake Gyllenhaal is a huge talent and undeniably one of the most accomplished actors of his generation. His screen presence has captivated audiences since his earliest roles and he is one of the most versatile actors working today. We are absolutely delighted to honour his extraordinary talents with Variety Magazine’s ‘International Star of the Year’ Award at this year’s festival," Abdulhamid Juma, chairman, Dubai International Film Festival, said, according to Arabian Business .
Gyllenhall will be speaking to fans during an "In Conversation With" event on Dec. 10 during the festival.