Indie film’s favorite stars stunned during the 35th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards held in Santa Monica this Saturday.
Leading the pack were Jennifer Lopez, Emily Ratajkowski, and Scarlett Johansson.
J. Lo dazzled in a sparkling silver Valentino top with a long orchid colored skirt and chrome belt. A glittery clutch tied thing together.
Her hair was styled into a crisp bob and she framed her eyes with purple shadow.
Marriage Story actress Scarlett stunned in a strapless polka dot frock with giant gemstone embellishments across the bodice. Her blond hair was styled into soft waves evoking Old Hollywood glamour. Glossy lips and a touch of glitter on her eyes continued the chic look.
But she showed off her edgy side by displaying her prominent back tattoo in the gown.
Emily Ratajkowski was chic, appearing with husband Sebastian Bear-McClard who produced Uncut Gems – one of the evening’s Best Feature award.
Dazzling: J. Lo dazzled in a sparkling silver top with a long orchid colored skirt and chrome belt
Pretty in purple: Her hair was styled into a crisp bob and she framed her eyes with purple shadow
They’ve got hustle: Inside Jennifer posed with Hustlers director Lorene Scarfaria
Smiling: Lopez had a smile on her face during the opening monologue
Latina power! Jennifer and America Ferrera cuddled up for a picture together
Dot’s the ticket! Marriage Story actress Scarlett stunned in a strapless polka dot frock with giant gemstone embellishments across the bodice
Ink master: She showed off her edgy side by displaying her prominent back tattoo in the gown
Co-stars: ScarJo posed with her Marriage Story castmate Laura Dern
Fancy seeing you here! The ladies got photobombed by Ray Liotta
Who knew they were friends! Scarlett also posed with Jim Gaffigan
Shaping up: Emily Ratajkowski went for a bold look, donning an architectural black dress with matching gladiator sandals
Power couple: Emily’s husband produced Uncut Gems – one of the evening’s Best Feature nominees
The model beauty went for a bold look, donning an architectural black dress with matching gladiator sandals. Gold jewelry and a smoldering stare completed her look along with her perpetually glossy brown locks.
Renee Zellweger exuded retro glamour in a quilted blouse and cigarette pants. Adding to the vintage appeal, a pair of cat-eyed sunglasses and an updo.
Booksmart director Olivia Wilde oozed elegance in a sheer number embroidered with wheat. Offering a hint of sex appeal, Wilde flashed a gold triangle top beneath her delicate see-through number.
For makeup, she went with a rust-hued shadow and well-contoured cheekbones.
Blast from the past: Renee Zellweger exuded retro glamour in a quilted blouse and cigarette pants
It’s a celebration: The Judy actress clapped for her fellow nominees
Bright eyes: Once inside the show, the sunglasses were off
Mille grazie: Renee was effusive as she gave her thanks
Independent women: Olivia Wilde wowed in her wheat-inspired look
Inspired by nature: The Booksmart director, 35, exuded elegance in a sheer number embroidered with wheat
Smile for the camera! Wilde and Jon Hamm got together for a photo
Hamm-ing it up! The duo had fun while snapping their pics
Two talents: Olivia and America showed off their dresses in a dual portrait
In a pattern: Amber Heard looked like an optical illusion in an eye-popping patterned suit
Amber Heard looked like an optical illusion in an eye-popping patterned suit, crafted in shades of brown, black and white. She pulled her hair back into a messy braid and piled on jewelry for an eclectic touch.
Hostess Aubrey Plaza turned heads in a plunging red and black blazer worn with flared trousers with a stripe down the side. A bold red lip acted as the perfect finishing touch.
Billie Lourd looked great in a short and sweet dress worn with a bubbly high ponytail.
Octavia Spencer was subdued yet stylish in a tight charcoal dress and velvet blazer.
Hostess Aubrey Plaza turned heads in a plunging red and black blazer worn with flared trousers with a stripe down the side.
Change maker: Aubrey had an array of chic costumes inside
Funny guys: Chris Galust, Adam Sandler and Jim Gaffigan gathered for a photo
Adam Sandler arrived with wife Jackie. He put a red carpet twist on his typically casual style, wearing a navy blue suit with a slightly unbuttoned shirt and well-tread sneakers.
Also suiting up was Elisabeth Moss, who donned a boxy jacket with a crisp white blouse and loose tie. Her blonde hair skimmed her shoulders and she went with a natural beauty look.
Director Ash Mayfair, who is up for the Someone To Watch Award, wore a cream shell with a scarf and snakeskin boots. Glee alum Alex Newell turned heads in a black and white wrap dress.
Dressed up: Adam Sandler put a red carpet twist on his typically casual style, wearing a navy blue suit with a slightly unbuttoned shirt and well-tread sneakers
Thanks a bunch! Sandler got lots of laughs during his acceptance speech
Top honors: Sandler would later go on to win Best Leading Male. He’s seen with fellow winner Willem Dafoe above
Naomi Watts wore a pink look with a jacket over her shoulders. White boots with black toes and a colorful bag completed her look.
Rachel Brosnahan flashed a hint of her taut tummy in a cranberry-colored leather top wore with a pink lipstick-emblazoned skirt and velvet heels.
St. Vincent and Carrie Brownstein arrived together. The rocker had all eyes on her in a red lamé dress with bishop sleeves and a little scarf. Portlandia creator Carrie donned an oversized pin-striped suit that flashed a leather bralette beneath.
Fashionistas: Zellweger and Watts shared a fashion-filled photo
Double trouble: St. Vincent and Carrie Brownstein hit the red carpet together
Cute colors: America and St. Vincent were seated at the same table
Heartbreaker: Zazie Beets was a 10 in her Rodarte dress
Joey King donned a pink dress with watercolor-like shades. The Act actress topped things off with a blushing blazer.
Zazie Beetz wowed in a ruched white dress with red hearts and a wild ruffling sleeve. Silver peep-toe heels and pearl earrings continued the look.
Beanie Feldstein was radiant in a blue satin Markarian dress with a full skirt and puffy sleeves. Stacked silver shoes elevated the look.
Legend: The legendary Robert DeNiro handed out the evening’s Best Feature honor
Ladies night: Beanie posed with Alex Newell, Joey King and King’s sister Hunter
Top notch: Greta Gerwig and Taylor Russell donned their own takes on crisp blue shirts
Stephanie Beatriz shined in a micro-pleated metallic blue number with a floral bodice. She wore her hair up with two curly tendrils framing her face.
Margaret Qualley was stylish in a semi-sheer white dress which transitioned into blue at the bottom.
Greta Gerwig proved you could still stun in clashing patterns, pairing a patterned pinafore with a striped top.
Overjoyed! Dern looked thrilled to be there with her fellow indie actors
Wild at heart! Former co-stars Laura Dern and Nicolas Cage
Out of his cage! Nicolas Cage wore a white leather jacket
Cropped: Playwright Jeremy O. Harris wore a patterned suit with cropped trousers and shoes sans-socks
Mindy Kaling turned heads in a floral dress with puff sleeves and a flounce at the bottom.
Marisa Tomei donned a butter yellow blouse beneath a white suit. She threw her hair over one shoulder to show off a sparkling diamond earring.
Laura Dern donned a leafy dress full of pleats. A boxy red purse and matching boots offered a pop of color.
Shia LaBeouf was dapper in a double-breasted suit. Nick Kroll looked sharp in a plaid suit and a polo. Bob Odenkirk put a fresh twist on her look with a rose emblazoned shirt.
Age progression: Shia poser with Noah Jupe, his Honey Boy castmate
What a pair: Willem Dafoe and wife Giada Colagrande were there
Success! Dafoe took home the Best Supporting Male for The Lighthouse
The Independent Spirit Awards are offering the independent film community a time to shine ahead of Sunday’s Oscars festivities.
Held in a seaside tent on the beach, the preeminent independent film event often diverges greatly in tone from the weekend’s other big soiree, but the winners have often lined up.
But this year, the Spirit Awards hardly overlap with Oscar honorees.
Only one movie up for best picture at the Oscars is nominated for the Spirit Awards’ top prize: Noah Baumbach´s Marriage Story, which is also being given the Spirits’ ensemble award, dubbed the Robert Altman Award. Instead, the leading films at the Spirit Awards, with five nods each, are Josh and Benny Safdie’s New York crime film Uncut Gems and Robert Eggers’ black-and-white fever dream, The Lighthouse.
Ready to win! Parasite director Bong Joon-ho kept things cool in jeans
Adaptation: Les Misérables team Alexis Manenti, Christophe Barral, Ladj Ly and Toufik Ayadi hit the red carpet together
Teamwork! See You Yesterday creators Fredrica Bailey and Stefon Bristol looked great ahead of their win for Best First Screenplay
Looking good: Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Yvette Nicole Brown posed together
Blazer-ing trails: Mary Kay Place and Judith Godreche both wore suits
Date night: Ray Liotta took girlfriend Jacy Nittolo along for the evening
While this year´s Oscars only feature one acting nominee of color, the Spirits nominees are more diverse. Acting nominees include Jennifer Lopez (Hustlers), Adam Sandler (Uncut Gems), Alfre Woodard (Clemency), Hong Chau (Driveways), Robert Pattinson (The Lighthouse), Taylor Russell (Waves), Jonathan Majors (The Last Black Man in San Francisco) and Wendell Pierce (Burning Cane).
Only one acting favorite at the Oscars – Renée Zellweger for Judy – is nominated at the Spirits, which only accept films with a budget less than $22.5 million.
Alma Har’l (Honey Boy) and Lorene Scafaria (Hustlers) are both among the Spirits’ nominees for best director. The Academy Awards, for the 87th time, nominated five men.
Garden variety: Greener Grass’ Dawn Luebbe and Jocelyn DeBoer shared a picture with Mindy Kaling
It’s your moment! America and Greta struck a pose inside
End of the road: The Farewell director Lulu Wang was full of gratitude for everyone who believed in her
Aubrey Plaza will host the show, which will be broadcast live on IFC beginning at 5 p.m. EST.
After sharing best picture winners with the Oscars for years – Moonlight, Spotlight and Birdman all won at the Spirits the day before triumphing at the Academy Awards – the two shows have recently gone different directions.
Last year, Barry Jenkins’ If Beale Street Could Talk won best feature at the Spirit Awards. The year before, it was Jordan Peele’s Get Out.
