The film 'Anora' (directed and written by Sean Baker, distributed by Universal Pictures), praised as Sean Baker's masterpiece, received critical acclaim worldwide in 2024 and has won the honor of the most awards at the 97th Academy Awards.
'Anora,' which won the Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival and gained international attention, was nominated in 6 institutional sectors at the 97th Academy Awards and won 5 of them, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Editing, and Best Screenplay. 'Anora' displayed a strong presence as it was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actress (Micky Madison), Best Supporting Actor (Yuri Borisov), and Best Editing.
In particular, it won Best Picture at the Critics' Choice Awards, Best Director at the Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards, and Best Picture at the Producers Guild of America (PGA) Awards, which had led to it being seen as a strong contender ahead of the Academy Awards. Finally, it triumphed in the most sectors, becoming the highlight of this year's Academy Awards.
Sean Baker, in his first Academy Award acceptance speech, emphasized the value of the cinematic experience and emotion that can only be felt in theaters, urging audiences to continue watching films in theaters. Best Actress winner Micky Madison also expressed her overwhelming emotions, stating, "It was an unforgettable experience. It feels glorious and like a dream. I thank Director Sean Baker."
The film 'Anora' tells the story of Anora, who believes in unrealistic love and dreams of social elevation by marrying a Russian oligarch's son, as she struggles to protect her marriage from three henchmen trying to divorce them at the command of her husband Ivan's family. Directed and written by the young master Sean Baker, known for leaving a strong impression with 'The Florida Project,' the film has received worldwide love for its sharp and unrefined story contrasted with stunning visuals.
'Anora' recorded a 98% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes, generating unprecedented acclaim with comments such as "Micky Madison's top-notch performance" (IndieWire), "reflecting the harsh realities" (Vanity Fair), and "marvelous and unparalleled sensation" (First Showing).
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