Anora

Director: Sean Baker
Actors: Mikey Madison, Paul Weissman, Yura Borisov
PlotIn a small, rural town, Anora, a young woman with a talent for painting, struggles with her family's modest means and her mother's constant illness. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Viktor, a charismatic drifter who claims to be traveling through the town. Viktor introduces Anora to new ideas that challenge her conventional lifestyle and ignite a desire to leave her past behind. Drawn to Viktor’s spontaneity and charisma, Anora begins to frequent secretive late-night gatherings where local artists, musicians, and free-thinkers congregate. As Anora becomes more involved in these gatherings, she finds herself at odds with her family's expectations and the town's conservative ways.
As Anora deepens her connection with Viktor, tensions rise between him and Tom, the diligent local police officer who has harbored feelings for Anora since childhood. Tom, suspicious of Viktor’s intentions and irritated by his influence over the townspeople, launches an unofficial investigation into the stranger’s shadowy past. Meanwhile, Anora faces a crucial decision that could alter the course of her life forever: stay in the town she knows or pursue a potentially volatile freedom that Viktor represents. Events spiral as lines blur between truth and illusion, leading Anora to confront the realities of trust, love, and self-discovery amidst the chaos surrounding her.
Writers: Sean Baker
Release Date: 08 Nov 2024
Runtime: 139 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Russian, Armenian
Physical Media Reviews
Anora's 4K UHD Blu-ray boasts an excellent HDR10 transfer and stellar audio, though the film's divisive nature makes it not for everyone.