Independent Spirit Awards

SPEAKING OUT

Nick Offerman Calls Out ‘Homophobic Hate’ in Awards Speech

“It’s not a gay story, it’s a love story,” he said in a memorable speech at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Josh Fiallo

A person protests in support of Palestinians using a megaphone outside the 39th Film Independent Spirit Awards venue, in Santa Monica, California, U.S. February 25, 2024.

LOUD AND CLEAR

Spirit Awards’ Broadcast Derailed by Ceasefire Protesters

Some award winners addressed the elephant in the room and gave their support to the protesters.

Josh Fiallo

Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Yeoh, Dan Kwan

NEXT STOP, OSCARS

‘Everything Everywhere’ Dominates Independent Spirit Awards

Its seven prizes included Best Feature and three acting honors.

CHASING THE GOLD

Andrea Riseborough’s Isn’t Even the Weirdest Oscars Campaign

The actress’ surprise nod after a “grassroots” push among celebrity friends has rankled the industry. But it comes after a long history of bizarre, self-started campaigns.

Kayleigh Donaldson

ONE TO WATCH

‘Nanny’ Introduces Hollywood’s Hottest New Horror Director

The Sundance horror film is the debut from Nikyatu Jusu, who, off the buzz for “Nanny” alone, is lining up some of Hollywood’s biggest projects and endorsements. (Jordan Peele!)

Matthew Jacobs

‘I LOVE INDEPENDENT FILM’

‘The Lost Daughter’ Sweeps Top Prizes at Spirit Awards

At the Oscars’ cool younger cousin, Taylour Paige and Simon Rex collected the top acting awards, for their performances in ‘Zola’ and ‘Red Rocket,’ respectively.

AJ McDougall