"Past Lives" Dominates 2024 Indie Spirit Awards Amid Israel-Hamas Protest Disruption

A24’s "Past Lives" wins best feature at the 39th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards, disrupted by Israel-Hamas protests outside the venue. Other winners include Jeffrey Wright for best lead performance, Cord Jefferson for best screenplay, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph for best supporting performance. The John Cassavetes Award goes to Music Box Films’ "Fremont," and Kelly Reichardt accepts the Robert Altman Award for A24’s "Showing Up." In the TV categories, Netflix’s "Beef" wins for best new scripted series, and Nick Offerman wins best supporting performance for HBO’s "The Last of Us." Freevee’s "Jury Duty" wins best ensemble cast. Host Aidy Bryant celebrates the resilience and ingenuity of independent filmmakers in her opening remarks.