Canadian filmmakers behind two of the year's most buzzed-about films will go head-to-head for the best picture trophy at tonight's Oscars.
Vancouver producer Samantha Quan is shown on the set of the Oscar-nominated dramedy"Anora." THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Elevation Pictures, NEON
Meanwhile, Vancouver producer Samantha Quan and U.S. director Sean Baker earned a nod for their tragicomic dramedy “Anora.” “We made this movie for $6 million. We make things because we feel passionate about making things, and we make them in a very particular style. We’re super-committed to be indie filmmakers,” she said in a recent interview.
“Anora” received six nominations, including for best original screenplay, directing, and actress in a leading role for Mikey Madison.“Dune: Part Two” has five nominations, including best production design, highlighting Montreal’s Patrice Vermette and Dartmouth, N.S., set decorator Shane Vieau.
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