*Anora* filmed primarily in New York City

The film "Anora" has captured the attention of moviegoers after winning multiple awards at the 2025 Oscars. It is now available for streaming on Hulu. The film features Mikey Madison as Anora, an exotic dancer entangled in a complicated relationship with Ivan, a wealthy Russian oligarch. "Anora" was primarily filmed in New York City, particularly in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. This area is known for its large Russian immigrant community. The film sets its story during winter, when the usual summer tourists are absent. Director Sean Baker was inspired to shoot in Brighton Beach after working on a fashion film there. Actor Karren Karagulian, who plays a character in the film, has a personal connection to the neighborhood and always dreamed of filming there. The film showcases various real locations. The club where Anora works is based at HQ KONY in Manhattan's Hudson Yards. Ivan’s mansion in the film is a real estate property that once belonged to a wealthy Russian heiress and is currently occupied by a businesswoman. Some scenes take place at a candy store in Coney Island called William’s Candy, which has been in business since 1941. The owner mentioned remnants of filming were found around the store for months afterward. For scenes set in Las Vegas, the crew filmed at famous locations like the Little White Wedding Chapel, where Ani and Ivan marry. Other places included the Fremont Street Experience and the Palms Casino Resort. The film's connection to specific locations adds to its authenticity.