‘Anora’ Breakout Yura Borisov on His First U.S. Film and Director Sean Baker: ‘There Was a Lot of Freedom’
“I saw him in ‘Compartment No. 6’ at Cannes in 2021 and immediately fell in love — I could just see what an amazing actor he was,” says the director, who cites Spike Lee as his influence for his constant use of “fresh faces” in films like “Tangerine,” “Florida Project” and “Red Rocket.”
‘Anora’ Breakout Yura Borisov Becomes First Russian Actor to Earn Oscar Nom in Almost 5 Decades
The last Russian nominated for an Academy Award in an acting category was Mikhail Baryshnikov in '77 for 'The Turning Point'.
Yura Borisov Had No Idea ‘Anora’ Would Be His Hollywood Breakout
The Russian actor says the glowing response to his empathetic henchman in the Sean Baker indie is "a big surprise."
Before ‘Anora,’ Yura Borisov Starred in This Charming Romantic Drama
Although Sean Baker’s Palme d’Or-winning indie sensation Anora has been getting rave reviews for Mikey Madison’s lead performance ever since its debut, one of the most surprising narratives within this year’s awards season cycle has been the popularity of Yura Borisov.
Yura Borisov, from ‘Anora,’ Makes History as the First Russian Actor Nominated for an Oscar in Almost 50 Years
Yura Borisov has just made history in Russian cinema. The actor, who starred in the acclaimed film *Anora*, has received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars, becoming the first Russian actor to achieve this honor since 1977.
‘Anora’ is nominated for 6 Oscars. Here’s how to watch the film
"Anora," one of ten films nominated for best picture at the 2025 Oscars, featured multiple breakout performances that helped it earn six Academy Award nominations. But where can you watch the film?
Russian actor who starred in propaganda films lands Oscar nomination
Russian actor Yura Borisov, who has previously starred in Russian propaganda films and illegally visited Russian-occupied Crimea, has received an Academy Award nomination for his role in the film "Anora.
'I want to do characters that are better than me': Yura Borisov on his Oscar nomination for 'Anora'
Russian actor Yura Borisov received his first Oscar nomination for his role in 'Anora' as hired muscle who proves he also has a tender heart.
'Anora' star Yura Borisov reacts to 1st Oscar nomination with his kids
Cutest Oscar nomination reaction ever!
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Meet “Anora ”Breakout Yura Borisov, the Russian Actor Dominating Awards Season: My Family Is 'Crazy Proud' (Exclusive)
Yura Borisov is taking over Hollywood. The Anora star, 32, has catapulted to fame since the October 2024 release of Sean Baker’s comedy-drama movie, which won the top award, the Palme d'Or ...
‘Anora’ Wins Best Picture At Online Film Critics Society Awards, Ava DuVernay Among Honorees
Anora also won Best Actress for star Mikey Madison and Best Screenplay while Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance also took home ...