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Spirit Awards 2016

Spirit Awards: ‘Son of Saul’ Wins Best International Film

The awards were handed out Saturday on the beach in Santa Monica.

Spirit Awards: ‘Spotlight’ Wins Best Screenplay

The awards were handed out Saturday on the beach in Santa Monica.

Spirit Awards: ‘Spotlight’ Director Tom McCarthy Indicates Cast Signing on Quickly Was Key to Getting Film Made

"For something like this where I needed a little bit more money, I needed this cast. And these guys signed on so quickly, it was the easiest casting process I've ever gone through," the director and co-writer said as he accepted the Robert Altman Award recognizing the movie's ensemble.

Freida Pinto Shows Us How Daytime Awards Show Makeup Is Done

It's all about products that play with light, says makeup artist Kirin Bhatty. And sunscreen.

Spirit Awards: ‘Carol’ Wins Best Cinematography

"Awards are always unfair if you win or you lose," said Ed Lachman after receiving his award.

How to Get ‘Beasts of No Nation’ Director Cary Fukunaga’s Smooth Skin

Men, take note: The director's complexion is flawless.

Spirit Awards: ‘The Diary of a Teenage Girl’ Wins Best First Feature

Emilia Clarke and Nate Parker presented the award to the film's director, Marielle Heller.

Spirit Awards: ‘The Look of Silence’ Wins Best Documentary

The awards were handed out Saturday on the beach in Santa Monica.

Spirit Awards: Emma Donoghue Thanks ‘Room’ Director for Being “Gandalf to [Her] Bilbo”

The writer, who adapted her own best-selling novel for the big screen, won the award for best first screenplay.

Spirit Awards: Winner Idris Elba Shares Award With Abraham Attah

The 'Beasts of No Nation' star brought his 15-year-old co-star onstage with him to accept the award for best supporting male.

Brie Larson, Jessica Biel and Emilia Clarke Pack a Punch in Prints

The stars steal the Independent Spirit Awards in patterned pieces.