Sisters and the Stars
Two young women -- Olivia and Emily Paruk -- share their unique perspective on the film industry through an analytical lens as they break down your favorite films, actors, and the industry.
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Sisters and the Stars
'Anora': Subverting the Modern Fairy Tale
This week, Olivia and Emily discuss the film Anora directed by Sean Baker. They delve into the fairy tale elements, classism, and the portrayal of sex work, while also analyzing the characters and emotional depth of the story. The sisters explore the role of improvisation in the film, highlighting both its successes and pitfalls. They then talk about their admiration of the artistic cinematography and how its manipulation created raw emotions and touch on the film’s make or break ending. The sisters do address the critical topic of intimacy coordination in film productions, advocating for its necessity to ensure actor safety and comfort. Finally, they touch on the award buzz surrounding Anora, speculating on its chances in the upcoming awards season while reflecting on the film's overall impact.
Anora was directed by Sean Baker, starring Mikey Madison, Paul Weissman, and Yuro Borisov and was theatrically released on November 8, 2924.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Expectations
07:45 Fairy Tale Elements in Anora
13:20 Character Analysis: Anora and Vanya
18:54 Ending Reflections and Overall Impact
25:08 The Art of Cinematic Distortion
29:27 The Highs and Lows of Improvisation
34:55 The Need for Intimacy Coordination
38:17 A Young Actor’s Take on Intimacy Coordination
47:17 Award Buzz and Future Prospects
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