Oscar, Borisov and Russian cinema

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’ 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'.
‘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.
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.
'Anora' star Yura Borisov reacts to 1st Oscar nomination with his kids
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'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' Breakout Yura Borisov on His First U.S. Film and Director Sean Baker: ‘There Was a Lot of Freedom'
Sean Baker knew he wanted the Russian actor Yura Borisov for his new film even before he'd written the script that would become "Anora." "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,
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.
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Watch: Trailers for Best Picture nominations at the 2025 Oscars
Starring Mikey Madison, who is nominated for Best Actress, and Yura Borisov, who is nominated for Best Supporting Actor. Watch the trailer for "Anora" in the player above. Leaving Europe after World ...
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BAFTA Blesses ‘Conclave’ With 12 Film Awards Nominations, One Ahead of ‘Emilia Pérez’
playing a stripper and sex worker who elopes with a boy from a wealthy Russian family and supporting actor for newcomer Yura Borisov. Baker and his wife, Samantha Quan, are also in the running for ...
2025 Oscar Milestones: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Breaks All-Time Record, Musicals Score Big
Other notable nominations included director Coralie Fargeat, actor Yura Borisov and actress Fernanda Torres The post 2025 Oscar Milestones: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Breaks All-Time Record, Musicals Score Big ...