Live awards telecasts like the Oscars air with commercials that take up about 15 minutes every hour, which means that we see those attending for about three quarters of the ceremony. During the remaining quarter when the cameras are not rolling,

Penelope Cruz attended the Oscars as a presenter this year. A four-time nominee herself, Penelope won the Best Supporting Actress award in 2009 for the film Vicky Cristina Barcelona.

Over 100 awards hopefuls gathered at the Academy Museum for a class photo just days before the ceremony. Our photographer and columnist were there.

Ariana Grande, Timothée Chalamet and Selena Gomez arrived in season-defining style. The carpet outside the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles was classic red. The stars who appeared at the 97th Academy Awards wore colors from all across the spectrum.