29th Independent Spirit Awards

The 29th Independent Spirit Awards, honoring the best independent films of 2013, were presented on March 1, 2014.

[1] The nominations were announced on November 27, 2013.

[2] The ceremony was hosted by Patton Oswalt.

[3] This Is Martin Bonner – Writer/Director: Chad Hartigan; Producer: Cherie Saulter Jason Osder – Let the Fire Burn Toby Halbrooks and James M. Johnston Newlyweeds – Director: Shaka King (The award is given to its film director, casting director, and ensemble cast) Patrick Creadon – If You Build It

Steve McQueen , Best Director winner
Matthew McConaughey , Best Male Lead winner
Cate Blanchett , Best Female Lead winner
Jared Leto , Best Supporting Male winner
Lupita Nyong'o , Best Supporting Female winner
John Ridley , Best Screenplay winner