LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Anora,” a strip club Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set ...

As the 97th Academy Awards takes place, revisit the first Oscars ceremony and learn more about it here. As the 97th Academy Awards are just about to begin, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the ...

In a historic moment for independent cinema, Anora has won Best Picture at the 97th Academy Awards, cementing Sean Baker’s status as one of the industry’s most fearless and visionary directors.

“Anora” took home the coveted best picture award at the 2025 Oscars on Sunday, following a near sweep of the major categories for which it was recognized. Also winning best original screenplay ...

The top-grossing film among the best picture nominees this year was ‘Wicked.’ (Universal Pictures/Everett Collection) This year’s eclectic mix of best picture nominees includes stories about ...

Although Oscar night’s clear victor, Sean Baker’s “Anora,” received awards in five categories, all major—Best Picture, Actress, Directing, Editing, and Original Screenplay—its ...