'Anora,' a screwball dramedy directed by Sean Baker, clinched the Best Picture award at the Oscars, alongside accolades for Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Director. The film, which premiered at Cannes Film Festival where it won the Palme D'or, reflects Baker’s unique storytelling style focused on marginalized characters. His success indicates a shift from niche appeal to broader recognition, largely due to strong word-of-mouth and a talented cast, including Mikey Madison. Baker's acceptance speech celebrated independent filmmaking and the contributions of indie artists.
Since the film's premiere at the Cannes Film Festival last May, where it won the top prize, the Palme D'or, it's racked up major accolades throughout awards season.
Baker's steadily built a name for himself telling idiosyncratic stories about characters living on the margins in movies like Tangerine and The Florida Project.
I want to thank the Academy for recognizing a truly independent film; this film was made on the blood, sweat and tears of incredible indie artists.
The win doesn't come as a huge surprise... In the last 10 years, seven films have won both (PGA and Oscar).
With Anora, he moved from cinephile and film critics’ darling into a broader space, thanks in large part to buzzy word-of-mouth and a dynamic ensemble.
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