Winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes 2024, Anora reimagines Pretty Woman in a thrilling tragicomedy by Sean Baker. Anora, a young sex worker, marries a Russian oligarch's son, only to face his powerful family. Mikey Madison and Mark Eidelstein deliver electrifying performances in this must-see film celebrating womanhood.
Anora
Director
Runtime
139 Minutes
Country
United States
Classification
Unclassified 15+
Winner of Cannes 2024 Palme d’Or, Sean Baker’s Anora cements him as one of the cinematic greats.
Winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes this year, Anora is a thrilling tragicomedy that reimagines Pretty Woman and solidifies director Sean Baker's status as a cinematic great.
Young sex worker Anora meets Ivan, the ultra-wealthy son of a Russian oligarch. She is swept into his lavish world, and soon they are married. News of their union reaches Ivan’s family, who will stop at nothing to annul the marriage. Ivan’s parents, accompanied by two intimidating heavies, descend from Russia, only to discover that Anora is a formidable opponent.
Mikey Madison delivers an unforgettable performance as Anora, while Mark Eidelstein, dubbed the Russian Timothée Chalamet, is a breakout star to watch. Their on-screen chemistry crackles with intensity.
Sean Baker's masterful direction and writing ensures a fast-paced narrative, blending thrilling drama with sharp comedy. Anora is a must-see film that delights, captivates, and celebrates womanhood.
"The visceral undertow that Anora is able to create between the collective urgency of its characters and the inescapable chokehold of their aspirations eventually crashes ashore with enough power to crush you in your seat."
David Ehrlich, IndieWire
"The story reaches a new pitch of Coen brothers-style black comedy. Then, just when you think you have it worked out, Baker hits you with a final scene of sobering poignancy."
The Times
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Film Credits
Director
Sean Baker
Year
2024
Country
United States
Language
English, Russian & Armenian
Subtitles
English
Type
Feature & Fiction
Program Strand
Special Presentations & World Cinema
Producer
Sean Baker, Alex Coco & Samantha Quan
Writer
Sean Baker
Cinematographer
Drew Daniels
Editor
Sean Baker
Cast
Mikey Madison, Mark Eidelstein & Yuriy Borisov
Music
Matthew Hearon-Smith
Film Source
Kismet Movies
Genre
Black Comedy, Drama, Sexual & Women
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