Anora, a low-budget indie movie directed by Sean Baker, achieved an unprecedented success at the Academy Awards, winning five Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress. The film's triumph comes as a surprise, especially considering its $6 million budget and lack of big-name stars. The victory, celebrated at an old-school Oscar ceremony reminiscent of past glories, showcases the growing recognition of indie films in a landscape often dominated by blockbusters. Baker's work, characterized by innovative approaches and small budgets, culminates in this landmark win, further solidifying his reputation in the industry.
Anora is an unconventional Oscar juggernaut. As Baker reminded audiences from the stage, it's a true indie picture, made for $6 million and with no huge names in the cast.
The movie's success is the culmination of a career that's seen Baker making the most of shoestring budgets and filming whole movies on an iPhone.
Four of those trophies went to Baker, tying a record for individual wins in a night with the legendary Walt Disney; Anora's young star Mikey Madison received the Best Actress trophy.
After a drawn-out awards season in which the biggest contenders seemed often in flux, Anora dominated at a fun if elongated Oscars ceremony.
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