Anora (2024): Release date, plot, trailer and more
Sean Baker's Anora will first be released in select US theaters on Friday, October 18, 2024, before rolling out to other locations. Viewers in the UK will see it on November 1, 2024.
The movie follows a young s*x worker from Brooklyn who impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch, entering a life of luxury. Her fairytale is soon threatened when the groom’s powerful parents arrive from Russia, determined to annul the marriage.
Anora navigates her way through love, cultural differences and family pressure as she fights to hold onto her newfound happiness amidst escalating tensions. The official synopsis of the movie reads:
"Anora, a young s*x worker from Brooklyn, gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as the parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled."
Looking into Anora (2024) storyline
The film presents a modern twist on the Cinderella story. It comes as a surprise when Anora, a s*x worker in Brooklyn, gets married to the son of a Russian oligarch. This hasty choice puts her in a swirl of wealth, love and trouble.
However, things take a sudden turn when the groom's parents hear about the wedding and rush to New York to try to get it thrown out. It starts out as a dream come true, but it quickly turns into a fight for love and acceptance.
The plot becomes more intriguing as Ani endeavors to preserve her status in this new world amid the pressure exerted by her in-laws.
Cast and Crew
The movie is anchored by a talented cast, led by Mikey Madison as the protagonist. Madison, known for her roles in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Scream, brings depth and emotion to the character. She's joined by Yuriy Borisov, a rising star in European cinema, and Mark Eydelshteyn, who plays the role of the son of the oligarch.
Other cast members include Ivy Wolk, Karren Karagulian and Darya Ekamasova.
Trailer breakdown
The first part of the Anora trailer shows a bit of the main character's life, setting the mood for the romantic turmoil that is about to happen.
Ivan, a Russian man, calls Ani to meet him in the first scene. She's the main character of the movie. Their interaction quickly turns into a relationship, which leads to Ivan's surprise marriage proposal.
As Ani shows off her brand-new engagement ring, a sense of disbelief and excitement fills the screen. However, things exacerbate when Ivan's parents show up and say that they won't honor the marriage. The tension grows as the trailer hints at how love and family expectations clash.
The trailer portrays a vivid picture of the problems Ani has to deal with in her new life. Eventually, Ani stands up for her love for Ivan, even though she's under a lot of pressure in the movie that seemingly has both funny and sad parts.
The story of Ani’s fight for her place in a new world, combined with the intense family dynamics, makes it a highly anticipated release.
