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97th Academy Awards: Historic Wins and Glitzy After Parties Signal New Era for Independent Films

The 97th Academy Awards celebrated independent films, with 'Anora' winning five Oscars, including Best Picture, and a star-studded Vanity Fair after party featuring glamorous attendees.

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The 97th Academy Awards saw 'Anora' triumph with five Oscars while emphasizing the importance of theatrical experiences, as Sean Baker made history by winning four awards for the same film. The ceremony included historic wins for Zoe Saldaña and Adrien Brody and showcased a lively atmosphere, which continued at the Vanity Fair after party. Stars mingled amid glamorous outfits, despite a nearby earthquake, and Baker's speech called for audiences to return to theaters. The night marked a significant recognition of independent cinema, though broader industry challenges persist despite indie wins.

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The 97th Academy Awards celebrated independent films, with 'Anora' winning five Oscars, including best picture and best director for Sean Baker, marking a historic achievement, as Baker became the first person since Walt Disney to win four Oscars for a single film.
Adrien Brody won best actor for his role in 'The Brutalist,' while Zoe Saldaña made history as the first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' showcasing progress in representation and diversity in the film industry.
The ceremony balanced entertainment with moments of political commentary, such as calls to support communal movie-going experiences, yet largely maintained a focus on celebrating cinematic achievements.

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: The film 'Anora' won the most Oscars, taking home five awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for Sean Baker.
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: Notable winners included Adrien Brody for Best Actor in 'The Brutalist,' Mikey Madison for Best Actress in 'Anora,' Zoe Saldaña for Best Supporting Actress in 'Emilia Pérez,' and Kieran Culkin for Best Supporting Actor in 'A Real Pain.'
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: Zoe Saldaña made history as the first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar, taking home the award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Emilia Pérez.'
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: The ceremony highlighted the importance of independent films by showcasing 'Anora,' a low-budget film that won five Oscars, and Sean Baker's speech emphasizing the need to support theatrical experiences for such films.
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