Chennai International Film Festival

Anora

United States| 139 mins | 2024 |English

Anora, a resilient young sex worker from Brooklyn, seizes an unexpected chance at a better life when she crosses paths with the charismatic son of a Russian oligarch. Their whirlwind romance culminates in an impulsive marriage, offering her a glimpse of a fairytale future. But when the news reaches his powerful and controlling parents in Russia, they embark on a mission to New York, determined to unravel the union at any cost. As cultures clash and secrets emerge, Anora must navigate a world of opulence, manipulation, and love to fight for her happily ever after.

Director
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Sean Baker, an NYU Tisch School of the Arts graduate, is an acclaimed writer, director, and producer celebrated for his authentic storytelling and distinct visual style. His notable films include Take Out (2004), Tangerine (2015), and the Oscar-nominated The Florida Project (2017). His latest work, Red Rocket (2021), premiered at Cannes and was released by A24. Baker also co-created the cult comedy Greg the Bunny and its spinoff, Warren the Ape.
Cast & Crew

Director – Sean Baker
Producer – Sean Baker
Cinematographer – Drew Daniels
Editor – Sean Baker
Music – Matthew Hearon-Smith
Cast – Mikey Madison, Paul Weissman, Lindsey Normington.