<p>Today we’re talking about <em>Anora</em>, the new critical darling about the whirlwind romance between a Brooklyn sex worker and the hell-raising son of a Russian oligarch. The film follows the couple’s chaotic week together, their impulsive marriage, and what happens when the oligarchs hear the news and demand an annulment. It’s directed by Sean Baker, known for <em>The Florida Project </em>and <em>Tangerine</em>. It won the Cannes prestigious Palme d'Or award and is tipped as an Oscar winner. Who holds the power in the film? And why do people love it? FT film critic Danny Leigh and deputy news editor India Ross join Lilah to discuss.&nbsp;</p><p>-------</p><p>We love hearing from you. Lilah is on Instagram @<a href="https://instagram.com/lilahrap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lilahrap</a>, and email at lilahrap@ft.com. And we’re grateful for reviews on Apple and Spotify!</p><p>-------</p><p><strong>Links (all FT links get you past the paywall):&nbsp;</strong></p><p>– Danny Leigh’s interview with director Sean Baker is here: <a href="https://on.ft.com/3YJXqBF" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/3YJXqBF</a>&nbsp;</p><p>– His five-star review of <em>Anora</em> is here: <a href="https://on.ft.com/40PEFzc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/40PEFzc</a>&nbsp;</p><p>– Danny recommends Andrea Arnold’s <em>Bird</em> and the documentary <em>Soundtrack to a Coup d'etat</em>. India mentioned the film <em>American Honey</em></p><p>– Here’s Lilah’s piece about the Met’s employee art show: <a href="https://on.ft.com/4ewTl9R" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/4ewTl9R</a></p><p>-------</p><p>FT subscribers can share your suggestions for Woman of the Year 2024 in the <a href="https://on.ft.com/3Z0z08q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">comments here</a>, before November 25. Who has had a big year, in your industry and elsewhere? Who has earned accolades, accomplished remarkable things, made huge strides, produced important work or set records? Who has shaped this year?&nbsp;</p><p>-------</p><p>Clips copyright Neon and FilmNation Entertainment</p><br><p><a href="https://www.ft.com/content/3d81c39b-10bb-4a43-b345-847f9d0b7df4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Life and Art from FT Weekend

Financial Times

Culture chat: ‘Anora’, the unlikely film leading the Oscar race

NOV 16, 202429 MIN
Life and Art from FT Weekend

Culture chat: ‘Anora’, the unlikely film leading the Oscar race

NOV 16, 202429 MIN

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<p>Today we’re talking about <em>Anora</em>, the new critical darling about the whirlwind romance between a Brooklyn sex worker and the hell-raising son of a Russian oligarch. The film follows the couple’s chaotic week together, their impulsive marriage, and what happens when the oligarchs hear the news and demand an annulment. It’s directed by Sean Baker, known for <em>The Florida Project </em>and <em>Tangerine</em>. It won the Cannes prestigious Palme d'Or award and is tipped as an Oscar winner. Who holds the power in the film? And why do people love it? FT film critic Danny Leigh and deputy news editor India Ross join Lilah to discuss.&nbsp;</p><p>-------</p><p>We love hearing from you. Lilah is on Instagram @<a href="https://instagram.com/lilahrap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lilahrap</a>, and email at [email protected]. And we’re grateful for reviews on Apple and Spotify!</p><p>-------</p><p><strong>Links (all FT links get you past the paywall):&nbsp;</strong></p><p>– Danny Leigh’s interview with director Sean Baker is here: <a href="https://on.ft.com/3YJXqBF" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/3YJXqBF</a>&nbsp;</p><p>– His five-star review of <em>Anora</em> is here: <a href="https://on.ft.com/40PEFzc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/40PEFzc</a>&nbsp;</p><p>– Danny recommends Andrea Arnold’s <em>Bird</em> and the documentary <em>Soundtrack to a Coup d'etat</em>. India mentioned the film <em>American Honey</em></p><p>– Here’s Lilah’s piece about the Met’s employee art show: <a href="https://on.ft.com/4ewTl9R" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://on.ft.com/4ewTl9R</a></p><p>-------</p><p>FT subscribers can share your suggestions for Woman of the Year 2024 in the <a href="https://on.ft.com/3Z0z08q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">comments here</a>, before November 25. Who has had a big year, in your industry and elsewhere? Who has earned accolades, accomplished remarkable things, made huge strides, produced important work or set records? Who has shaped this year?&nbsp;</p><p>-------</p><p>Clips copyright Neon and FilmNation Entertainment</p><br><p><a href="https://www.ft.com/content/3d81c39b-10bb-4a43-b345-847f9d0b7df4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>