Anora Wins Best Picture at 97th Oscars, Sean Baker Ties Academy Record

The 97th Academy Awards celebrated a remarkable night for the film 'Anora', which won five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director for Sean Baker. Mikey Madison, the film's star, also took home the Best Actress award, marking a notable upset. The ceremony, hosted by Conan O'Brien, featured emotional speeches and a tribute to sex workers by Baker and Madison. Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Actor for 'A Real Pain', while Zoë Saldaña became the first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 'Emilia Pérez'. Adrien Brody secured his second Oscar for Best Actor for his role in 'The Brutalist'. Overall, the night was filled with excitement, honoring both established and first-time nominees amidst a backdrop of recent challenges in Los Angeles.