Anora Shines at 97th Academy Awards with Five Wins; Adrien Brody Secures Second Best Actor Oscar
At the 97th Academy Awards, held on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the film “Anora” emerged as the night’s standout, clinching five prestigious awards, including Best Picture. Directed by Sean Baker, who made history by winning four Oscars in a single evening, “Anora” also earned accolades for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing. The film’s lead actress, Mikey Madison, received the Best Actress award for her compelling performance.
Adrien Brody’s Remarkable Achievement
In the Best Actor category, Adrien Brody was honored for his portrayal of László Tóth in “The Brutalist,” marking his second Oscar win. Brody’s previous win was in 2003 for “The Pianist,” making him the youngest recipient of the Best Actor award at that time. His latest victory places him among an elite group of actors who have secured multiple Best Actor Oscars.
Highlights of the Ceremony
Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony featured several notable moments:
- Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña won for her role in “Emilia Pérez,” a film that led the nominations with 13 nods.
- Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin was recognized for his performance in “A Real Pain.”
- Technical Achievements: “Wicked” secured awards for Best Production Design and Best Costume Design, while “Dune: Part Two” was honored for Best Sound and Best Visual Effects.
Complete List of Winners
- Best Picture: “Anora”
- Best Director: Sean Baker for “Anora”
- Best Actor: Adrien Brody for “The Brutalist”
- Best Actress: Mikey Madison for “Anora”
- Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin for “A Real Pain”
- Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña for “Emilia Pérez”
- Best Original Screenplay: “Anora”
- Best Adapted Screenplay: “Conclave”
- Best International Feature Film: “I’m Still Here”
- Best Animated Feature Film: “Flow”
- Best Cinematography: “The Brutalist”
- Best Production Design: “Wicked”
- Best Costume Design: “Wicked”
- Best Film Editing: “Anora”
- Best Sound: “Dune: Part Two”
- Best Visual Effects: “Dune: Part Two”
- Best Original Score: “The Brutalist”
- Best Original Song: “El Mal” from “Emilia Pérez”
The evening celebrated cinematic excellence, with “Anora” and “The Brutalist” leading the accolades. The event also honored the legacy of Los Angeles, featuring musical performances and tributes that highlighted the resilience and spirit of the city.
