The movie “Anora,” which tells the story of a sex worker and her romance with a Russian oligarch’s son, took home five awards Sunday night, including Best Picture. Director Sean Baker became the second person to win four Oscars in one night, following Walt Disney’s record. Lead actress Mikey Madison won the Best Actress award, beating out Demi Moore.
Other winners included “No Other Land,” a documentary about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and films that highlight the resilience of Los Angeles after wildfires. The evening’s hosts and presenters, including Conan O’Brien, also showed their support for Ukraine.
The event marked a departure from past Oscars, with more subdued speeches and a focus on unity and love of cinema. The night ended with a sweet moment when “When Harry Met Sally” stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal presented the final award, Best Picture. As the ceremony came to a close, it was clear that even in difficult times, there is still room for humor, beauty, and art.
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