At the Oscars last night, Baker persuasively articulated the joys of communal movie going, but consumers have a long track record of choosing convenience. At last night’s Academy Awards, the standout star proved to be the indie film Anora,

Sean Baker has won best director at the Oscars for “Anora,” the story of a Brooklyn exotic dancer who marries the impetuous son of a Russian oligarch.

"Anora" director Sean Baker made history at the 2025 Oscars Sunday night. Baker broke the record for most competitive wins for the same film by a nominee in one show at the 97th Academy Awards, taking home four trophies.