Cannes Favorite Anora: A Deep Dive Into Its Talented Cast
The indie film Anora has quickly captured the attention of audiences and critics alike, especially after its strong showing at international film festivals in 2024 and 2025. As buzz continues to build around this unique drama-comedy, viewers are eager to learn more about the
In this blog post, we’ll explore the cast of Anora, highlight the breakout performances, and provide key background on the stars and what to expect next.
What Is Anora About?
Before diving into the cast, let’s quickly recap what Anora is all about. Directed by Sean Baker — known for his raw and realistic storytelling in films like
Meet the Anora Cast
Mikey Madison as Anora
The lead role of Anora is played by Mikey Madison, best known for her work in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Her portrayal of Anora brings depth to a character that could have easily been one-dimensional. Madison’s chemistry with her co-stars also helps ground the film in authentic emotion.
Mark Eidelstein as Ivan
Playing opposite Madison is Mark Eidelstein, a relative newcomer to Hollywood, but one who leaves a lasting impression. Eidelstein plays Ivan, the wealthy and impulsive son of a Russian oligarch who falls head-over-heels for Anora. His portrayal is layered, mixing innocence, recklessness, and genuine affection, all while navigating the chaos of class differences and cultural expectations.
Despite being newer to the scene, Eidelstein's performance holds its own against Madison’s, and the two share a natural, believable chemistry.
Supporting Anora Cast Members Worth Watching
While the leads are undeniably the stars of the show, the supporting cast also brings crucial texture and realism to the world of
Karren Karagulian
A frequent collaborator of director Sean Baker, Karren Karagulian plays a supporting role that adds both humor and heart to the film. Known for his work in
Vache Tovmasyan
Armenian comedian and actor Vache Tovmasyan also appears in
Why the Anora Cast Stands Out
One of the most impressive aspects of the Anora cast is its diversity and authenticity. Director Sean Baker is known for casting actors who can portray raw, relatable characters, and
The performances are not overly polished — and that’s a good thing. Instead, the cast leans into realism, allowing the characters to be flawed, funny, and fully human.
Festival Buzz and Awards Potential
Anora debuted at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation and major praise for both direction and acting. The Anora cast
With awards season approaching, many are speculating that Mikey Madison could be in line for a Best Actress nomination, and the film as a whole may get nods for Best Original Screenplay and Best Director.
What’s Next for the Anora Cast?
Following the success of Anora, it’s expected that many of the cast members will see their careers skyrocket.
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Mikey Madison is already in talks for major studio projects, with her performance in
Anora solidifying her status as one of the most promising young actresses in Hollywood. -
Mark Eidelstein has reportedly signed with a top-tier talent agency and is being considered for several upcoming streaming and theatrical projects.
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Karren Karagulian continues to build on his reputation as a staple in indie cinema.
Why You Should Keep an Eye on the Anora Cast
The Anora cast is more than just a group of actors — it’s a dynamic team that brought a raw, emotional, and deeply engaging story to life. With powerful performances from Mikey Madison and Mark Eidelstein, and strong support from a culturally rich ensemble,
Whether you’re a fan of award-winning performances, independent cinema, or rising Hollywood stars, the Anora cast
The Last of Us Part 3 Tease Seemingly Surfaces, We’re So Back
I'm onto you Druckmann
Another The Last of Us Day has come and gone and this year’s instalment was, well, underwhelming.
That was to be expected.
HBO’s TV adaptation is only just casting for season three, so there’s nothing in the way of a trailer or teaser to drop there.
As for the video game franchise, Naughty Dog is hardly going to detract from the hype that’s steadily building around their upcoming IP
Instead, this year, the studio unveiled a selection of merch collaborations, also dropping a snippet of the upcoming The Last of Us: Part I and Part II Scripts
What has surfaced since though is something I’d argue is way more exciting.
My friends, I think Neil Druckmann is teasing a new game.
Listen, I’m known for being the top The Last of Us clown around these parts; I live and breathe this franchise, but that also means I notice things.
Druckmann recently took to Instagram during The Last of Us Day with a picture of that aforementioned script book, captioning it, “Love how the script book turned out. Lots of fond memories while flipping through the pages. Happy TLoU day! Can’t wait to give y’all more TLoU updates when the time is right.”
It’s that last part that’s encouraged me to don the clown paint once more.
“Can’t wait to give y’all more updates when the time is right” is an outright guarantee that more The Last of Us updates are on the way. It’s just a matter of ‘when’ and not ‘if’.
Personally, I can’t see these pertaining to the HBO series just as it does look like Druckmann is somewhat distancing himself from the adaptation after stepping down as co-showrunner.
What the TV series does seem to have done though is reignite his original love for gaming.
My thesis, and it is just that, is that the TV departure may be directly tied to a yearning to enter development on a third game.
Let me add a few more interesting teases.
In a recent Variety interview, Druckmann dropped three major clues.
“Other things are coming and we can announce more things soon,” is one example.
He later referred to “all the various Last of Us things I’m working on”, eventually also adding, “And there’s more stuff happening in The Last of Us world that has not been announced.”
This man is dropping The Last of Us hints at every opportunity after years trying to convince us that Part II could be the end.
You can’t tell me The Last of Us Part III isn’t coming, or at the very least some kind of spin-off - perhaps using assets leftover from the cancelled multiplayer release?
I won’t even tell you to take this with a pinch of salt because these teases are coming from the horse’s mouth.
We’re probably going to have to let Druckmann and Naughty Dog cook a little bit longer, but all signs point to big things coming and I’m so ready for this new era.
