Russian performer fails to secure groundbreaking Oscar
Russian actor Yura Borisov fell short of making history at the 97th Academy Awards, with Kieran Culkin taking home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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Yura Borisov left empty-handed at the 97th Academy Awards despite his nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Anora," which secured the win for Best Picture among five awards overall.
The 32-year-old Russian nominee was the first performer from Russia to earn a nomination in this category. He received acclaim for his performance as Igor, a complex henchman in "Anora," a film that delves into themes of class divides and power struggles. His portrayal was described as “scene-stealing” and positioned him as a breakout star.
However, Kieran Culkin ultimately took home the Academy Award for his role in "A Real Pain." His performance as Benji Kaplan, a witty yet troubled man on a journey through Poland to reconnect with his Jewish heritage, garnered widespread acclaim. Striking a balance between humor and emotional depth, Culkin’s performance stood out in the film, earning him wins at the Golden Globes, BAFTA, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
The competition in the Best Supporting Actor category was fierce, featuring other nominees such as Edward Norton, Guy Pearce, and Jeremy Strong.
Despite the disappointment of his loss, Borisov’s nomination continues Russia’s legacy at the Academy Awards, where the country has amassed over 160 nominations and 30 wins across various categories.
Russia's first Oscar was awarded in 1943 when "Moscow Strikes Back" won for Best Documentary Feature. In the Best International Feature Film category, four Russian films have triumphed, including "War and Peace," "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," and "Burnt by the Sun." Celebrated filmmaker Nikita Mikhalkov received the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar for "Burnt by the Sun" and had a prior nomination for "12."
"Anora," which debuted at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May 2024 and was released theatrically by Neon in October, was a commercial success, grossing $41 million against a budget of $6 million, making it Sean Baker’s highest-grossing film.
The film received six nominations at the Oscars, winning five, including Best Picture, Best Editing, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay for Baker, as well as Best Actress for Mikey Madison.
“This is my battle cry. Filmmakers, keep making films for the big screen,” Baker declared during his acceptance speech for Best Directing at the Oscars.
Lucas Dupont for TROIB News
The 32-year-old Russian nominee was the first performer from Russia to earn a nomination in this category. He received acclaim for his performance as Igor, a complex henchman in "Anora," a film that delves into themes of class divides and power struggles. His portrayal was described as “scene-stealing” and positioned him as a breakout star.
However, Kieran Culkin ultimately took home the Academy Award for his role in "A Real Pain." His performance as Benji Kaplan, a witty yet troubled man on a journey through Poland to reconnect with his Jewish heritage, garnered widespread acclaim. Striking a balance between humor and emotional depth, Culkin’s performance stood out in the film, earning him wins at the Golden Globes, BAFTA, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
The competition in the Best Supporting Actor category was fierce, featuring other nominees such as Edward Norton, Guy Pearce, and Jeremy Strong.
Despite the disappointment of his loss, Borisov’s nomination continues Russia’s legacy at the Academy Awards, where the country has amassed over 160 nominations and 30 wins across various categories.
Russia's first Oscar was awarded in 1943 when "Moscow Strikes Back" won for Best Documentary Feature. In the Best International Feature Film category, four Russian films have triumphed, including "War and Peace," "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," and "Burnt by the Sun." Celebrated filmmaker Nikita Mikhalkov received the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar for "Burnt by the Sun" and had a prior nomination for "12."
"Anora," which debuted at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May 2024 and was released theatrically by Neon in October, was a commercial success, grossing $41 million against a budget of $6 million, making it Sean Baker’s highest-grossing film.
The film received six nominations at the Oscars, winning five, including Best Picture, Best Editing, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay for Baker, as well as Best Actress for Mikey Madison.
“This is my battle cry. Filmmakers, keep making films for the big screen,” Baker declared during his acceptance speech for Best Directing at the Oscars.
Lucas Dupont for TROIB News
