March 3, 2025 10:13 AM

Oscars 2025: ‘Anora’ sweeps Academy Awards with Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actress

"Anora," the gripping story of a sex worker who takes a chance at a new life by impulsively marrying a wealthy client, was crowned Best Picture at the Academy Awards on Sunday. The film, directed by Sean Baker, also secured Best Director for Baker and Best Actress for its 25-year-old lead, Mikey Madison. Baker was the frontrunner in the directing category, having already received top honors from the Directors Guild of America, the Producers Guild of America, and the Independent Spirit Awards. D...