Anora

A Love Story from Sean Baker

Anora is an audacious, thrilling, and comedic variation on a modern day Cinderella story. Mikey Madison captivates as Ani, a young sex worker from Brooklyn whose life takes an unexpected turn when she meets and impulsively marries Vanya, the impetuous son of a Russian billionaire. However, when Vanya's parents catch wind of the union, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage, setting off a wild chase through the streets of New York.

Sean Baker's critically-acclaimed, low-budget, indie drama — shot on location across Brooklyn, New York — won five Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing.

Part of our "Worth a Watch" series. Courtesy of Neon.