The 97th Academy Awards saw Anora emerge as the biggest winner of the night, taking home five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director for Sean Baker.
Sean Baker Ties Walt Disney’s Record
Baker, who directed, edited, wrote, and co-produced Anora, won four individual Oscars—a feat that ties Walt Disney’s 1954 record for the most Academy Awards won by a single person in one year. However, Baker stands out for achieving all four wins for the same film, unlike Disney, who won for multiple projects.
‘Emilia Pérez’ Leads Nominations, Faces Controversy
With 13 nominations, Emilia Pérez was the most-nominated film of the night, earning nods in major categories like Best Picture, Best Director, and multiple acting categories. Karla Sofía Gascón made history as the first transgender woman nominated for an acting Oscar but faced controversy over resurfaced social media posts. The Best Actress award ultimately went to Mikey Madison for Anora.
Other Standout Nominees and Winners
- Wicked and The Brutalist followed closely with 10 nominations each, competing in major categories like Best Picture and Best Director.
- Zoe Saldaña won Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez, becoming the first American of Dominican descent to take home an Oscar.
Stay tuned for more highlights and reactions from Hollywood’s biggest night!
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