Hollywood loves its Russian heavies. From “Rocky IV” to “John Wick,” they’re stock characters who don’t require much more ...

Anora is a tale that merges sex, drama, and perfect comedic timing. This 2024 Sean Baker creation became an international success, grossing $33.9 million on a $6 million budget. The film’s titular ...

Anora leaves her job after marriage. However, after hearing about this alliance, Ivan's family is enraged and send their henchmen, which includes Igor, in an attempt to coerce the couple to annul ...

Nominated for a best supporting actor Oscar, Borisov talks about filming with co-star Madison and director Baker, and his ...

The Academy Awards honor Russian-born actor Yura Borisov for Anora, despite criticism over his ties to state-backed films ...

she sobs in Igor’s arms. There’s a moment of catharsis as Ani lets go of the dream. The conclusion — Ani returning back to her old life — feels predestined. Perhaps that is the tragedy. It’s easy to ...

It is Igor who begins to truly see Anora, noticing that her tough exterior hides something tender inside. The same is true for Igor. “For me, he’s human,” Borisov, 32, said in a Zoom call ...

When Sean Baker and Mikey Madison arrive at the Deadline shoot for this article, it’s a beautiful, clear blue-sky day in Los Angeles. Just for a moment, it’s almost as though the fires and smoke of ...

After making a quick and much-attended stop in the Philippines last year as part of the 2024 QCinema line-up, Anora is ...

Sean Baker knew he wanted the Russian actor Yura Borisov for his new film even before he’d written the script that would become “Anora ... And while Borisov’s Igor didn’t have ...

The film was originally released in UK cinemas back in November 2024 – and has now been made available on various Premium ...