‘Anora’ Wins Best Picture Oscar in Year When Indy Films Dominate

Anora, a drama about a sex worker who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, took home the best picture prize at the Academy Awards on Sunday.

The film, from independent distributor Neon, had six nominations going into the event, which was held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. It won five. Filmmaker Sean Baker also won for directing, film editing and best original screenplay. In a surprise, Mikey Madison won best actress for her starring role in the film.