The director of the best picture winner, “Anora,” urged viewers to keep seeing films in theaters. Our critic hopes the industry listens, and that Baker keeps his independence.

Sean Baker edits, directs and writes most of his films and has also served as producer and cinematographer for some. Wearing all of these hats paid off and led him to make history at the 2025 Oscars.

Sean Baker set an Oscars record when he won four separate Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2 for his work on the movie 'Anora.' He is the only person to win four awards for one movie; Walt Disney is the only other individual to win four awards at one Oscars ceremony,