32nd Independent Spirit Awards
The 32nd Film Independent Spirit Awards, honoring the best independent films of 2016, were presented by Film Independent on February 25, 2017.[1][2] The ceremony was hosted by Nick Kroll and John Mulaney and broadcast live on IFC at 2:00 pm PT. Online streaming service Sundance Now[3] live-streamed the Spirit Awards concurrently with the telecast,[4][5] with an on-demand version available on Sundance Now.[6] The nominees were announced on November 22, 2016.[7][8]
| 32nd Independent Spirit Awards | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Best in independent film |
| Date | February 25, 2017 |
| Site | Santa Monica Pier Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
| Hosted by | Nick Kroll John Mulaney |
| Highlights | |
| Best Feature | Moonlight |
| Most awards | Moonlight (6) |
| Most nominations | American Honey (6) |
| Television coverage | |
| Channel | IFC |
Winners and nominees
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Films with multiple nominations and awards
| Nominations | Film |
|---|---|
| 6 | American Honey |
| 5 | Manchester by the Sea |
| Moonlight | |
| 4 | Jackie |
| Other People | |
| 3 | Free in Deed |
| Hell or High Water | |
| 2 | 20th Century Women |
| Certain Women | |
| The Childhood of a Leader | |
| Chronic | |
| Little Men | |
| Loving | |
| Swiss Army Man | |
| The Witch |
Special awards
Robert Altman Award
(The award is given to its film director, casting director, and ensemble cast)
- Moonlight — Barry Jenkins, Yesi Ramirez, Mahershala Ali, Patrick Decile, Naomie Harris, Alex Hibbert, André Holland, Jharrel Jerome, Janelle Monáe, Jaden Piner, Trevante Rhodes and Ashton Sanders
Acura Someone to Watch Award
Recognizes a talented filmmaker of singular vision who has not yet received appropriate recognition. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant funded by Kiehl's since 1851.
- Anna Rose Holmer – The Fits
- Andrew Ahn – Spa Night
- Claire Carré – Embers
- Ingrid Jungermann – Women Who Kill
Piaget Producers Award
Honors emerging producers who, despite highly limited resources, demonstrate the creativity, tenacity and vision required to produce quality, independent films. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant funded by Piaget.
- Jordana Mollick – Hello, My Name Is Doris
- Lisa Kjerulff – The Fits
- Melody C. Roscher and Craig Shilowich – Christine
Truer than Fiction Award
Presented to an emerging director of non-fiction features who has not yet received significant recognition. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant.
- Nanfu Wang – Hooligan Sparrow
- Kristi Jacobson – Solitary
- Sara Jordenö – Kiki
References
- Earl, William (February 25, 2017). "2017 Independent Spirit Awards: Full Winners List". IndieWire. Retrieved March 4, 2018.
- Gavieres, Jayna (February 25, 2017). "2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards Winners Announced!". Independent Spirit Awards. Retrieved February 26, 2017.
- "Discover independent, inspiring, and influential films and series on Sundance Now. Stream today with a free trial". sundancenow.com. Retrieved 11 June 2017.
- "2017 FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS PRESENTERS ANNOUNCED - Film Independent Press Center". www.filmindependent.org. Archived from the original on 31 March 2017. Retrieved 11 June 2017.
- "Sundance Now to Exclusively Stream the 32nd Film Independent Spirit Awards". sundance.tv. Retrieved 11 June 2017.
- Film Independent (25 February 2017). "Nick Kroll & John Mulaney's Opening Monologue at the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards". Retrieved 11 June 2017 – via YouTube.
- Warren, Matt (November 22, 2016). "2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards Nominations Announced!". Independent Spirit Awards. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
- D'Alessandro, Anthony (November 22, 2016). "Spirit Awards Nominations: 'Moonlight', 'American Honey', 'Manchester' & 'Jackie' Rally". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
External links
- Film Independent (25 February 2017). "The 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards - Playlist". YouTube. Retrieved 11 June 2017.