Anora Wins 5 Oscars Including Best Picture, Mickey Madison Becomes the First Gen Z Best Actress
Anora's Historic Achievement at the 97th Academy Awards
On March 3, at the 97th Academy Awards ceremony, the Hollywood film Anora made a stunning performance. The movie won 5 awards, including Best Picture, Best Direction, Best Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Actress. This was the biggest achievement of the night, making history.
Mickey Madison Wins Best Actress
Mickey Madison received the Best Actress Oscar for her powerful performance in Anora. Her performance was widely praised by both critics and audiences alike.
About the Film "Anora"
Directed by Sean Baker, Anora is based on an intriguing story that feels like a fairy tale. The main character, Annie (played by Mickey Madison), is a stripper of Russian descent who lives in America and prefers speaking English. Annie marries a wealthy businessman, but when her parents find out, they travel from Russia to New York to break the marriage.
Anora's Historic Awards
At the 2025 Oscars, Anora made an unforgettable impact by winning 5 awards out of six nominations, including Best Picture. The film also received several prestigious accolades:
- Cannes Film Festival: Awarded the highly regarded Palme d'Or.
- BAFTA Awards: Won Best Actress and Best Casting out of seven nominations.
- Independent Spirit Awards: Won three awards including Best Lead Performance, Best Director, and Best Feature out of five nominations.
- Critics' Choice Awards: Won Best Picture.
- Producers Guild of America Awards: Awarded Best Theatrical Motion Picture.
With 75 awards out of 193 nominations, Anora has secured its place as one of the most talked-about films of the year.
Other Oscar 2025 Winners
This year's Oscar ceremony witnessed remarkable performances and achievements. Along with Anora's historical win, several other films and actors stood out:
Adrian Brody Wins Best Actor
Hollywood actor Adrian Brody won the Best Actor Oscar for his performance in The Brutalist. His stellar performance earned him recognition and the prestigious award, making a significant mark at this year's ceremony.