Sean Baker’s Anora, a drama about a Brooklyn sex worker who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, has won the Palme d’Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Baker accepted the award and dedicated it to sex workers worldwide.
The Film
Anora stars Mikey Madison in the title role. The film was shot in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. Distribution is via Neon, which has handled Baker’s previous films.
Other Notable Winners
- Grand Prix: All We Imagine as Light (Payal Kapadia, India) — the first Indian film to win the Grand Prix in 30 years.
- Jury Prize: Emilia Pérez
- Best Director: Miguel Gomes
- Best Actress: ensemble of Emilia Pérez
- Best Actor: Jesse Plemons (Kinds of Kindness)
