Her mini-me! Radiant Reese Witherspoon is dwarfed by BFF Nicole Kidman as they stun in coordinating sparkling dresses at the star-studded Independent Film Awards

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They became friends after working together on HBO's Big Little Lies, alongside Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley. 

And Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman proved their close bond once again on Monday, as they made a glamorous joint arrival at the IFP's 27th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards.

The 41-year-old American, who stands at 5ft1, was dwarfed by the 50-year-old Australian (5ft11) as they beamed widely for cameras at the red carpet event in New York City.

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BFFs! Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman proved their close bond once again on Monday, as they made a glamorous joint arrival at the IFP's 27th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in NYC
BFFs! Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman proved their close bond once again on Monday, as they made a glamorous joint arrival at the IFP's 27th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in NYC

BFFs! Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman proved their close bond once again on Monday, as they made a glamorous joint arrival at the IFP's 27th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in NYC

The Legally Blonde actress was sophisticated chic as she rocked a simple yet elegant black mini dress, which pulled into a simple round neck and fell to just above her knee.

Just in time for the holidays however, a cavalcade of gold sequins cascaded over her right shoulder - adding a subtle amount of bling to the simple ensemble.

Keeping co-ordinated from head to toe, she paired the dress with matching gold high heels and a pair of dangling metallic earrings that sparkled under the lights as she posed.

Throwing caution to the wind, the petite beauty went virtually makeup free, with just mascara and a dab of nude lip, to draw attention to her enviably radiant complexion.

History: They became fast friends after working on HBO's Big Little Lies, alongside Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley
History: They became fast friends after working on HBO's Big Little Lies, alongside Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley
History: They became fast friends after working on HBO's Big Little Lies, alongside Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley

History: They became fast friends after working on HBO's Big Little Lies, alongside Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley

Sweet: The pair shared a warm hug as they greeted each other on the carpet 

Sweet: The pair shared a warm hug as they greeted each other on the carpet 

Chic: The Legally Blonde actress was sophisticated chic as she rocked a simple yet elegant black mini dress, which pulled into a simple round neck and fell to just above her knee
Going for gold: Just in time for the holidays however, a cavalcade of gold sequins cascaded over her right shoulder - adding a subtle amount of bling to the simple ensemble

Chic: The Legally Blonde actress was sophisticated chic as she rocked a simple yet elegant black mini dress, which pulled into a simple round neck and fell to just above her knee 

Finishing touches: Keeping co-ordinated from head to toe, she paired the dress with matching gold high heels and a pair of dangling metallic earrings 

Finishing touches: Keeping co-ordinated from head to toe, she paired the dress with matching gold high heels and a pair of dangling metallic earrings 

Meanwhile Nicole looked every inch the glamorous movie star in a plunging silver gown, embellished with sequins all over as she posed.

Her enviable figure took centre stage in the frock, which plunged into a daring V neckline to tease at her cleavage, before tightly skimming her svelte frame to its demure knee-length hem. 

Daring to impress, the midi number then cut into a saucy split on one side, to give a glimpse of her long legs underneath - which she elongated further with strappy black stilettos. 

The wife of Keith Urban proved her youthful and glowing complexion with a sweeping of blusher, as well as a thick slick of eyeliner and hot pink lip for added drama.

Sterling effort: Meanwhile Nicole looked every inch the glamorous movie star in a plunging silver gown, embellished with sequins all over as she posed
Sterling effort: Meanwhile Nicole looked every inch the glamorous movie star in a plunging silver gown, embellished with sequins all over as she posed
Sterling effort: Meanwhile Nicole looked every inch the glamorous movie star in a plunging silver gown, embellished with sequins all over as she posed

Sterling effort: Meanwhile Nicole looked every inch the glamorous movie star in a plunging silver gown, embellished with sequins all over as she posed 

Slinky: Her enviable figure took centre stage in the frock, which plunged into a daring V neckline to tease at her cleavage, before tightly skimming her svelte frame to its demure knee-length hem
Slinky: Her enviable figure took centre stage in the frock, which plunged into a daring V neckline to tease at her cleavage, before tightly skimming her svelte frame to its demure knee-length hem

Slinky: Her enviable figure took centre stage in the frock, which plunged into a daring V neckline to tease at her cleavage, before tightly skimming her svelte frame to its demure knee-length hem 

Leggy lady: Daring to impress, the midi number then cut into a saucy split on one side, to give a glimpse of her long legs underneath - which she elongated further with strappy black stilettos
Leggy lady: Daring to impress, the midi number then cut into a saucy split on one side, to give a glimpse of her long legs underneath - which she elongated further with strappy black stilettos
Leggy lady: Daring to impress, the midi number then cut into a saucy split on one side, to give a glimpse of her long legs underneath - which she elongated further with strappy black stilettos

Leggy lady: Daring to impress, the midi number then cut into a saucy split on one side, to give a glimpse of her long legs underneath - which she elongated further with strappy black stilettos

Stunning: The wife of Keith Urban proved her youthful and glowing complexion with a sweeping of blusher, as well as a thick slick of eyeliner and hot pink lip for added drama

Stunning: The wife of Keith Urban proved her youthful and glowing complexion with a sweeping of blusher, as well as a thick slick of eyeliner and hot pink lip for added drama

Shimmer in sequins with a metallic dress like Nicole's

The Independent Film Awards was a star studded event that drew the likes of Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie and Carey Mulligan.

The Australian actress walked the red carpet along with her Big Little Lies costar Reese Witherspoon and while Reese opted for an Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress, Nicole chose a glimmering gown by Altuzarra.

Pulled from the Spring 2018 runway Nicole's frock featured a scalloped plunging neckline that showed plenty of decolletage, a belted waist and beaded fringe along the hem.

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Not holding back on the glitz however, Nicole tied her look together with a long beaded necklace, and a pair of bejeweled earrings as she posed effortlessly for cameras.

The IFA -  hosted by the Independent Filmmaker Project and emceed by John Cameron Mitchell - brought a bevy of celebrities.

Actors Dustin Hoffman and Nicole Kidman, director Sofia Coppola, producer Jason Blum, cinematographer Ed Lachman and politician/environmentalist Al Gore all received tribute awards at the bash.

Margot Robbie also attended the event - matching Nicole and Reese in an all-over sequin black gown, which pulled into one chic ruched shoulder.  

Hint of glitz: Not holding back on the glitz however, Nicole tied her look together with a long beaded necklace, and a pair of bejeweled earrings as she posed effortlessly for cameras
Hint of glitz: Not holding back on the glitz however, Nicole tied her look together with a long beaded necklace, and a pair of bejeweled earrings as she posed effortlessly for cameras

Hint of glitz: Not holding back on the glitz however, Nicole tied her look together with a long beaded necklace, and a pair of bejeweled earrings as she posed effortlessly for cameras

Having a ball: Reese and Nicole happily caught up once inside, and were seen laughing and joking with actor James Franco

Having a ball: Reese and Nicole happily caught up once inside, and were seen laughing and joking with actor James Franco

The Australian actress showed off her famously toned figure in the frock, which cinched in at her slim waist and fell into a shorter hemline on one side, to flash of her pins underneath.

She offset the dress' glamour with simple black heeled sandals, and accessorised with a burgundy velvet handbag and matching lipstick, in Gothic finishing touches.

Maintaining the vixen feel throughout, she styled her hair into loose, tousled waves and sported a perfectly contoured make-up look as she smouldered for cameras.  

Meanwhile, Carla Gugino stunned in a black sleeveless jumpsuit, which skimmed her slender figure from head to toe, and was adorned with glitzy silver lining.  

All black everything: Margot Robbie also attended the event - matching Nicole and Reese in an all-over sequin black gown, which pulled into one chic ruched shoulder 

All black everything: Margot Robbie also attended the event - matching Nicole and Reese in an all-over sequin black gown, which pulled into one chic ruched shoulder 

Flash of skin: The Australian actress showed off her famously toned figure in the frock, which cinched in at her slim waist and fell into a shorter hemline on one side, to flash of her pins underneath
Flash of skin: The Australian actress showed off her famously toned figure in the frock, which cinched in at her slim waist and fell into a shorter hemline on one side, to flash of her pins underneath
Flash of skin: The Australian actress showed off her famously toned figure in the frock, which cinched in at her slim waist and fell into a shorter hemline on one side, to flash of her pins underneath

Flash of skin: The Australian actress showed off her famously toned figure in the frock, which cinched in at her slim waist and fell into a shorter hemline on one side, to flash of her pins underneath

Vampy: She offset the dress' glamour with simple black heeled sandals, and accessorised with a burgundy velvet handbag and matching lipstick, in Gothic finishing touches
Vampy: She offset the dress' glamour with simple black heeled sandals, and accessorised with a burgundy velvet handbag and matching lipstick, in Gothic finishing touches

Vampy: She offset the dress' glamour with simple black heeled sandals, and accessorised with a burgundy velvet handbag and matching lipstick, in Gothic finishing touches

Carey Mulligan showed off her impressive post-baby body in a form-fitting charcoal grey lace gown, styled with simply curls and a girly pink lip.

Alia Shawcat and Bria Vinaite co-ordinated in purple - with the former slipping into a slinky shirt dress and chunky leather boots, while the latter stood out in a black shift dress, embellished with sequins and gems. 

Orange Is The New Black's Alysia Reiner looked fierce in a stunning black dress, which followed a classic A-line shape but was made more striking by semi-sheer mesh sleeves. 

Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon looked as besotted as ever as they cosied up for cameras, in matching velvet ensembles. 

Oh mama: Carey Mulligan showed off her impressive post-baby body in a form-fitting charcoal grey lace gown, styled with simply curls and a girly pink lip
Oh mama: Carey Mulligan showed off her impressive post-baby body in a form-fitting charcoal grey lace gown, styled with simply curls and a girly pink lip

Oh mama: Carey Mulligan showed off her impressive post-baby body in a form-fitting charcoal grey lace gown, styled with simply curls and a girly pink lip

Giving it: Carla Gugino stunned in a black sleeveless gown
Passion: Alia Shawcat and Bria Vinaite both rocked the color purple
Passion: Alia Shawcat and Bria Vinaite both rocked the color purple

Chic: Carla Gugino (left) stunned in a black sleeveless jumpsuit lined with glittering silver, while Alia Shawcat (centre) and Bria Vinaite (right) co-ordinated in purple

All eyes on me: Orange Is The New Black's Alysia Reiner looked fierce in a stunning black dress, which followed a classic A-line shape but was made more striking by semi-sheer mesh sleeves 
All eyes on me: Orange Is The New Black's Alysia Reiner looked fierce in a stunning black dress, which followed a classic A-line shape but was made more striking by semi-sheer mesh sleeves

All eyes on me: Orange Is The New Black's Alysia Reiner looked fierce in a stunning black dress, which followed a classic A-line shape but was made more striking by semi-sheer mesh sleeves 

Direct this: Sofia Coppola looked adorable as ever

Direct this: Sofia Coppola looked adorable as ever

Loved up: Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon made an adorable couple

Loved up: Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon made an adorable couple

Daring duo: And Cynthia Nixon made a dramatic entrance as Al Gore wore a youthful glow
Daring duo: And Cynthia Nixon made a dramatic entrance as Al Gore wore a youthful glow

Daring duo: And Cynthia Nixon made a dramatic entrance as Al Gore wore a youthful glow

Fierce and fabulous: Actress Rachel Weisz flaunted her trim physique in a stylish diamante studded velvet dress as she posed on the red carpet, styling her brunette tresses into relaxed waves

Fierce and fabulous: Actress Rachel Weisz flaunted her trim physique in a stylish diamante studded velvet dress as she posed on the red carpet, styling her brunette tresses into relaxed waves

Stunning: Rachel's also wowed inside the ceremony as she presented the biggest award of the night, Best Feature

Stunning: Rachel's also wowed inside the ceremony as she presented the biggest award of the night, Best Feature

The Big One: Rachel appeared delighted to be presenting the award to Call Me By Your Name, beating out rivals Get Out and I, Tonya

The Big One: Rachel appeared delighted to be presenting the award to Call Me By Your Name, beating out rivals Get Out and I, Tonya

Delighted: Rachel posed with the direction and cast of the film backstage after they accepted their award, as the film gathers awards momentum ahead of the Oscars in March

Delighted: Rachel posed with the direction and cast of the film backstage after they accepted their award, as the film gathers awards momentum ahead of the Oscars in March

Cynthia Nixon next made a dramatic entrance in a bold black ribbed gown, while Al Gore cut a youthful figure in a classic suit, layered atop a comfortable blue jumper. 

Lady Bird's Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a Rodarte gown for the special event, formed of delicate white lace and embroidered with black and pink flowers.

Mary J Blige stood out from the crowds in a simple black gown jazzed up by the embellishment of a gold snake across the front, while newcomer Zoe Kazan was effortlessly feminine in a red frilled mini dress.  

The annual event celebrated the best in independent film and television - with Get Out receiving the most nominations of the evening.

Lace dream: Lady Bird's Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a Rodarte gown for the special event, formed of delicate white lace and embroidered with black and pink flowers
Lace dream: Lady Bird's Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a Rodarte gown for the special event, formed of delicate white lace and embroidered with black and pink flowers
Lace dream: Lady Bird's Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a Rodarte gown for the special event, formed of delicate white lace and embroidered with black and pink flowers

Lace dream: Lady Bird's Saoirse Ronan dazzled in a Rodarte gown for the special event, formed of delicate white lace and embroidered with black and pink flowers 

Leading ladies: Mary J Blige stood out from the crowds in a simple black gown jazzed up by the embellishment of a gold snake across the front, while newcomer Zoe Kazan was effortlessly feminine in a red frilled mini dress
Leading ladies: Mary J Blige stood out from the crowds in a simple black gown jazzed up by the embellishment of a gold snake across the front, while newcomer Zoe Kazan was effortlessly feminine in a red frilled mini dress

Leading ladies: Mary J Blige stood out from the crowds in a simple black gown jazzed up by the embellishment of a gold snake across the front, while newcomer Zoe Kazan was effortlessly feminine in a red frilled mini dress 

Hunks: Robert Pattinson, James Franco and  John Leguizamo all looked dapper in their suits (L-R)
Hunks: Robert Pattinson, James Franco and  John Leguizamo all looked dapper in their suits (L-R)
Hunks: Robert Pattinson, James Franco and  John Leguizamo all looked dapper in their suits (L-R)

Hunks: Robert Pattinson, James Franco and John Leguizamo all looked dapper in their suits (L-R) 

Get Out was Jordan Peele's feature film directing debut - which he also wrote - and took home trophies for Best Director and Screenplay and the Audience Award. 

Call Me By Your Name also topped the nominations list and took home the coveted award for Best Feature. 

Special honours were also given to the cast of Mudbound as well as Nicole Kidman, Dustin Hoffman, Sofia Coppola, Jason Blum and Al Gore.

Up-and-coming actor Timothée Chalamet won a gong for his role in Call Me By Your Name, while Saoirse Ronan walked away with the trophy for Best Actress for her role in Lady Bird. 

Bosses: Garrett Hedlund and Adam Sandler were also in attendance
Bosses: Garrett Hedlund and Adam Sandler were also in attendance

Bosses: Garrett Hedlund and Adam Sandler were also in attendance

Together: Dustin and Lisa Hoffman made a cute couple as they cuddled up on the red carpet

Together: Dustin and Lisa Hoffman made a cute couple as they cuddled up on the red carpet

All that glitters: Rachel Weisz truly dazzled in a sequin studded mini dress and leather court shoes
All that glitters: Rachel Weisz truly dazzled in a sequin studded mini dress and leather court shoes

All that glitters: Rachel Weisz truly dazzled in a sequin studded mini dress and leather court shoes

Get in! Get Out co-stars Allison and Daniel Kaluuya sweetly posed together for cameras

Get in! Get Out co-stars Allison and Daniel Kaluuya sweetly posed together for cameras

Famous friends: Ben Stiller posed with Dustin Hoffman once inside (L) as well as Adam Sandler (R)
Famous friends: Ben Stiller posed with Dustin Hoffman once inside (L) as well as Adam Sandler (R)

Famous friends: Ben Stiller posed with Dustin Hoffman once inside (L) as well as Adam Sandler (R)

Bubbly: Reese beamed widely at the podium as she addressed the star-studded crowds
Bubbly: Reese beamed widely at the podium as she addressed the star-studded crowds
Bubbly: Reese beamed widely at the podium as she addressed the star-studded crowds

Bubbly: Reese beamed widely at the podium as she addressed the star-studded crowds 

Besties: Reese presented best pal Nicole with her special honour
Embrace: Reese gave her friend a tight hug as she collected her award

Besties: Reese presented best pal Nicole with her special honour

Animated: Nicole Kidman put on a playful display during her speech
Animated: Nicole Kidman put on a playful display during her speech
Animated: Nicole Kidman put on a playful display during her speech

Animated: Nicole Kidman put on a playful display during her speech

Girl power: The two friends dined next to each other

Girl power: The two friends dined next to each other

Say cheese! The duo later posed together after the ceremony 

Say cheese! The duo later posed together after the ceremony 

The horror! John and horror maestro Jason Blum pose together

Winners: Zoe and Timothe Chalamet (L) and John and horror maestro Jason Blum posed together (R) after the event

Remember HER name: Saoirse took home the Best Actress award, which she was presented by Armie Hammer

Remember HER name: Saoirse took home the Best Actress award, which she was presented by Armie Hammer

Proud: Saoirse was ebullient to win her award
Proud: Saoirse was ebullient to win her award

Irish eyes: Saoirse was ebullient to win her award 

What a pair: Lucy Lui congratulated James on his big win for Best Actor

What a pair: Lucy Lui congratulated James on his big win for Best Actor

Talking legends: Ed Lachman and David Byrne smiled on the red carpet

Talking legends: Ed Lachman and David Byrne smiled on the red carpet

Old school: Ethan Hawke and Elizabeth Marvel presented at the event as well

Old school: Ethan Hawke and Elizabeth Marvel presented at the event as well

2017 Gotham Awards Winners

Best Feature

Call Me by Your Name – WINNER

The Florida Project

Get Out

Good Time

I, Tonya

Best Documentary

Ex Libris: The New York Public Library

Rat Film

Strong Island – WINNER

Whose Streets?

The Work

Bingham Ray Breakthrough Director Award

Maggie Betts for Novitiate

Greta Gerwig for Lady Bird

Kogonada for Columbus

Jordan Peele for Get Out – WINNER

Joshua Z Weinstein for Menashe

Best Screenplay

The Big Sick, Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani

Brad’s Status, Mike White

Call Me by Your Name, James Ivory

Columbus, Kogonada

Get Out, Jordan Peele – WINNER

Lady Bird, Greta Gerwig

Best Actor

Willem Dafoe in The Florida Project

James Franco in The Disaster Artist – WINNER

Daniel Kaluuya in Get Out

Robert Pattinson in Good Time

Adam Sandler in The Meyerowitz Stories

Harry Dean Stanton in Lucky

Best Actress

Melanie Lynskey in I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore

Haley Lu Richardson in Columbus

Margot Robbie in I, Tonya

Saoirse Ronan in Lady Bird – WINNER

Lois Smith in Marjorie Prime

Breakthrough Actor

Mary J. Blige in Mudbound

Timothée Chalamet in Call Me by Your Name – WINNER

Harris Dickinson in Beach Rats

Kelvin Harrison, Jr. in It Comes at Night

Brooklynn Prince in The Florida Project

Breakthrough Series – Long Form

Atlanta – WINNER

Better Things

Dear White People

Fleabag

Search Party

Breakthrough Series – Short Form

555

Inconceivable

Junior

Let Me Die a Nun

The Strange Eyes of Dr. Myes – WINNER

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