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Hollywood Gets Independent and Spirited Before the Oscars

PopSugar — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 09:00:46 PST

Before we were overcome with Oscar mania, lots of stars headed to the Independent Spirit Awards in LA on Saturday. After the exciting red carpet, the show was full of parodies and dance numbers featuring Teri Hatcher, Christina Applegate and Rainn Wilson goofing it up onstage. The Wrestler was a big winner, taking home honors for Best Film as well as Best Male Lead. Mickey Rourke gave an off-the-cuff acceptance speech, dedicated to his recently deceased dog Loki. Check out the video here.

Other winners like Penelope Cruz and James Franco celebrated with their trophies in the press room. Mary-Kate Olsen and Ben Kingsley were two of the many famous presenters along with Jessica Alba, Lucy Liu and the newly engaged Claire Danes. Elizabeth Banks and a scruffy Bradley Cooper also took the stage to present. This awards show honored films that cost less than $20 million to make but gave the stars a preview of what was to come on Oscar Sunday.

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The Men and the Women Stay Casual at the Spirit Awards

PopSugar — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:27:23 PST

The women at the Independent Spirit Awards looked beautiful but kept things more casual with their shorter dresses for the afternoon event. Anne Hathaway shined in her off-white dress with feminine details as many other actresses showed off their flirty styles. Cameron Diaz rocked the stripes, as did Michelle Williams in her sleeveless dress with pockets. Mary-Kate stood out with her shoulder pads and long sleeves and the award-winning Penelope Cruz - who had a run in with ex Tom Cruise the night before - look perfect in a frilly hemmed brown dress.

Meanwhile, the men ranged from jeans to suits, but still looked handsome as usual. James Franco didn't manage to shave for the event but wore his pinstripes proudly. Aaron Eckhart, Emile Hirsch and Blair Underwood sported the denim look while Mickey Rourke had fun running around the blue carpet chatting with everyone. Make sure to check out all of Buzz, Fab and Bella's coverage of an event that many of Hollywood's finest came out to see.

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Mickey Rourke Is the Man!

GiggleSugar — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 14:54:18 PST

Mickey Rourke was at the Independent Spirit Awards last night, and boy was he on fire during his acceptance speech for best actor. (Is this a prelude for what's to come tonight? I'm crossing my fingers!) I mean, can you win an award for best acceptance speech? I saw more emotions in this few minutes than most performers can give in an entire film! He ran the gamut from funny, to weird, to irreverent, to tearful. (His beloved Chihuahua mix Loki died six days ago, and you could tell he was choking down the tears.) This man is such a bundle of contradictions, but I heart him. Go Mickey, you crazy son of a b*tch!

Rainn, Teri, and More Serenade the Independent Spirits

BuzzSugar — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 09:30:40 PST

Some of my favorite parts of the Independent Spirit Awards are the parody songs the show's writers whip up for each of the Best Feature nominees. I still can't hear Colbie Caillat's "Bubbly" without hearing the jokey lyrics poking fun at The Diving Bell and the Butterfly last year ("I can't move my toes/and I can't move my nose . . . ").

This year, Teri Hatcher took the stage to pay a special kind of tribute to Wendy and Lucy, Rainn Wilson donned spandex and grabbed the mike for a homage to The Wrestler, Christina Applegate retold Frozen River to the tune of "Proud Mary," and Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson broke it down for Ballast. Unfortunately - or fortunately, depending on your perspective - Rachel Getting Married didn't get a parody, but Robyn Hitchcock showed up to sing "Up to Our Nex" from the film's soundtrack.

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Announcing the Winners: The 2009 Independent Spirit Awards

BuzzSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 17:32:40 PST

This year the Film Independent's Spirit Awards spread the love around, dealing out prizes to a wide range of projects. The Wrestler was a big winner at today's ceremony, snagging several of the major awards including Best Feature, Best Male Lead for Mickey Rourke, and even Best Cinematography. Vicky Christina Barcelona's star Penelope Cruz began what many hope will be an awards filled weekend for her, winning for Best Supporting Female.

Her director, Woody Allen, took home an award for Best Screenplay. Milk received its share of accolades as well including a Best Supporting Male prize for James Franco and a Best First Screenplay award going to young up-and-comer Dustin Lance Black.

I really enjoyed The Class and am thrilled it won in the foreign film category. Interestingly, Rachel Getting Married didn't win much despite leading in nominations. Finally, Synecdoche, New York, a movie virtually ignored by the Oscars, walked away with several prizes including Best First Feature.

Don't forget an edited version of the ceremony will air tonight on AMC at 10 p.m. Eastern and Pacific. That's it folks! Next stop: Oscars! To check out the winners for yourself,

read more. BEST FEATURE The Wrestler BEST DIRECTOR Tom McCarthy (The Visitor) BEST FIRST FEATURE (Award given to the director and producer) Synecdoche, New York Director: Charlie Kaufman Producers: Anthony Bregman, Spike Jonze, Charlie Kaufman, Sidney Kimmel BEST MALE LEAD Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler) BEST FEMALE LEAD Melissa Leo (Frozen River) BEST SUPPORTING MALE James Franco (Milk) BEST SUPPORTING FEMALE Penélope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona) BEST SCREENPLAY Woody Allen (Vicky Cristina Barcelona) BEST FIRST SCREENPLAY Dustin Lance Black (Milk) BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY Maryse Alberti (The Wrestler) JOHN CASSAVETES AWARD (Given to the best feature made for under $500,000; award given to the writer, director, and producer) In Search of a Midnight Kiss BEST DOCUMENTARY Man on Wire FOREIGN FILM The Class (France) ROBERT ALTMAN AWARD (Given to one film’s director, casting director, and its ensemble cast) Synecdoche, New York Director: Charlie Kaufman Casting Director: Jeanne McCarthy Ensemble Cast: Hope Davis, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Catherine Keener, Samantha Morton, Tom Noonan, Emily Watson, Dianne Wiest, Michelle Williams IFC/ACURA SOMEONE TO WATCH AWARD Lynn Shelton, director of My Effortless Brilliance Source

Independent Spirit Awards: Lucy Liu

FabSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:09:04 PST

Lucy isn't one to say no to sublime pink Lanvin contours. She looks beyond pretty in pink in her bubble gum frock. Is it too much for you?

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Independent Spirit Awards Red Carpet Preview!

PopSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:53:32 PST

Before tomorrow's big show, the stars came together in Santa Monica for the Independent Spirit Awards today. The red carpet and casual show was bustling with familiar faces from Michelle Williams to James Franco. Check out a slideshow of some of the red carpet looks and stars mingling during the show.We'll have tons more photos on Monday as well. Don't forget to vote on all of Bella and Fab's love it or hate it polls!

2009 Independent Spirit Awards: Lucy Liu

BellaSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:05:02 PST

If this is what 40 looks like, sign me up. Lucy Liu rarely, if ever, has a red-carpet misstep, and this is no exception. Her dress flatters her complexion, her hair is lustrous, and her makeup gives her a gorgeous glow while letting her cute freckles show through. I'm clearly a fan. Are you?

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2009 Independent Spirit Awards: Penélope Cruz

BellaSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 14:59:03 PST

Have you seen Vicky Cristina Barcelona yet? It's such a pretty film, made only more beautiful by the illustrious Penélope Cruz. It's no wonder why she was nominated for her performance in the movie. But enough about her film, let's discuss her red-carpet look. From a makeup viewpoint, the focus is most definitely on her super dark and smoky eyes, where she chose a chocolate color that complemented her brown dress. The tone of her highlights is of a similar color. It's no surprise, then, that her cheeks have more of an auburn hue than the typical rosy tint. Tell me, how are you liking Penelope's autumnal aura?

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Independent Spirit Awards: Cameron Diaz

FabSugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 14:57:08 PST

I love my girl Cameron and this is a fine example as to why. She stands out on the blue carpet in a horizontal stripe, black and red dress that manages to be both ladylike and modern. Round toe patent pumps and cool black jewelry round things out. And she's still got that killer smile. Are you with me?

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