SUN 16 FEB
Coming Soon to
The Darwin International Film Festival
138 mins |
Rated
MA15+ (Strong frequent coarse language, sex scenes and nudity)
Directed by Sean Baker
Starring Karren Karagulian, Yuriy Borisov, Mikey Madison, Ross Brodar, Ivy Wolk, Lindsey Normington, Mark Eydelshteyn, Vache Tovmasyan
Sean Baker’s Anora is a bold and electrifying take on the classic Cinderella tale, filled with thrilling twists, dark humor, and heartfelt moments. Mikey Madison (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) delivers a captivating performance as Ani, a Brooklyn sex worker whose life takes a whirlwind turn when she impulsively marries Vanya, the carefree son of a Russian oligarch.
Their romance, forged in the chaos of Manhattan clubs and Las Vegas escapades, comes to an abrupt halt when Vanya’s parents send their henchmen to annul the marriage. What follows is a high-energy chase through the streets of New York, blending comedy, drama, and action in a way that only Baker can achieve.
With its vibrant cinematography, razor-sharp dialogue, and poignant exploration of class, privilege, and survival, Anora is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. Baker’s signature style shines through in this Palme d’Or-winning masterpiece, offering an unforgettable cinematic journey that is both audacious and deeply human.
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Sean Baker’s Anora is a bold and electrifying take on the classic Cinderella tale, filled with thrilling twists, dark humor, and heartfelt moments. Mikey Madison (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) delivers a captivating performance as Ani, a Brooklyn sex worker whose life takes a whirlwind turn when she impulsively marries Vanya, the carefree son of a Russian oligarch.
Their romance, forged in the chaos of Manhattan clubs and Las Vegas escapades, comes to an abrupt halt when Vanya’s parents send their henchmen to annul the marriage. What follows is a high-energy chase through the streets of New York, blending comedy, drama, and action in a way that only Baker can achieve.
With its vibrant cinematography, razor-sharp dialogue, and poignant exploration of class, privilege, and survival, Anora is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. Baker’s signature style shines through in this Palme d’Or-winning masterpiece, offering an unforgettable cinematic journey that is both audacious and deeply human.