As a seasoned movie enthusiast who has spent countless hours immersed in the world of cinema, I must say that “Anora” is a delightful blend of romance and comedy that resonates deeply with my heart. The film’s unique take on modern-day romances, coupled with its witty humor and thoughtful exploration of workers’ rights, makes it a standout addition to the romantic comedy genre.
Indeed, “Anora” exhibits elements of both romance and comedy, but it also deviates from traditional definitions. This critically acclaimed eighth film by Sean Baker, which won the Palme d’Or, follows a sex worker named Anora, or “Ani,” and her client who turns out to be the son of a Russian oligarch. It has been likened to a contemporary adaptation of “Pretty Woman,” filled with cultural miscommunications between the Russian-American Anora and various Russian and Armenian associates trying to mold her behavior. The film’s emphasis on workers’ rights and modern sensibilities is reminiscent of the romantic comedies from early 20th-century cinema, as described by this year’s jury president, Greta Gerwig, who noted its similarity to the classic structures of Ernst Lubitsch or Howard Hawks.
Despite the fairy-tale-like beginnings of Ivan’s (Mark Eydelshteyn) courtship reminiscent of Cinderella, Anora, following typical patterns seen in Baker’s films, eventually spirals into a whirlwind of disorganization. Yet, the portrayal of New York City in its frosty splendor and challenges against the backdrop of a blend between romantic and comical storylines echoes a distinguished lineage of NYC romantic comedies. This brings to mind classic NYC rom-coms that we asked the cast about during their premiere on Tuesday, held in Times Square.
Karren Karagulian, a regular collaborator with Baker and co-star in Anora, expressed his fondness for the TV series “Sex and the City.” Though it’s not strictly a romantic comedy, he said it’s similar. He appreciated its authentic New York narrative feel. (Similarly, Vache Tovmasyan, who plays Garnick, shared that every day he learns something new about his co-star.)
Despite never personally watching “Sex and the City,” the HBO sitcom had a significant influence on Mark Eydelshteyn due to its impact on his mother. He recounted, “I’ve never actually seen Sex and the City, but I remember it was one of my mom’s all-time favorite TV shows. When I was young, she would be watching it in the kitchen, and if I happened to be nearby, she’d tell me ‘no, no, no, Mark, you can’t watch this show or talk about it; you’re too small for it!’
Madison concurred, “I’m just as much a fan of Sex and the City as you are.” It’s been my go-to comfort series for years, and I’ve rewatched those episodes countless times. However, when it comes to road trip movies, Maybe I’m More Like Nora Ephron’s character in When Harry Met Sally, seeing as her film, like Anora, follows a similar journey.
Though perhaps only Luna Sofía Miranda, who plays Ani’s best friend, Lulu, found the closest New York City rom-com parallel to Anora. “Is GoodFellas a rom-com?” she laughed. “Let’s go with GoodFellas.”
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2024-10-16 21:53