'We the Animals' Leads Independent Spirit Awards Nominations | THR News

The 2019 Independent Spirit Awards nominations were announced, highlighting the best in independent film. 'We the Animals' led with five nominations, followed by 'Eighth Grade', 'You Were Never Really Here', and 'First Reformed' with four each. These films, along with 'If Beale Street Could Talk' and 'Leave No Trace', are competing for Best Feature. Notable nominees for Best Female Lead include Glenn Close and Toni Collette, while John Cho and Ethan Hawke are among those nominated for Best Male Lead. The awards will air live on IFC on February 23, 2019.

Who hosted the press conference for the 2019 Independent Spirit Awards nominations?

• Gemma Chan and Molly Shannon

• Glenn Close and Toni Collette

• John Cho and Joaquin Phoenix

• Tiffany Taylor and Ethan Hawke

Which film received the most nominations at the 2019 Independent Spirit Awards?

• You Were Never Really Here

• First Reformed

• We, the Animals

• Eighth Grade

Which of the following films was nominated for the Best Feature Award?

• Blindspotting

• If Beale Street Could Talk

• Wildlife

• Searching

Who was nominated for Best Female Lead for her role in 'Hereditary'?

• Glenn Close

• Regina Hall

• Toni Collette

• Elsie Fisher

Which actor was nominated for Best Male Lead for 'You Were Never Really Here'?

• Joaquin Phoenix

• Christian Melero

• Ethan Hawke

• John Cho