Anora, starring Mikey Madison, is making waves at the North American box office following its limited release. The romantic comedy has surpassed Tom Hardy's Venom: The Last Dance in per-theatre earnings, achieving an impressive $8.2K average on its second Friday, compared to Venom's $5.3K.
Directed by Sean Baker, known for his focus on marginalized lives in films like Tangerine and Starlet, Anora premiered to acclaim at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Despite starting in just six theatres, the film has expanded to thirty-four and has grossed over $1 million, with projections of earning between $650K to $950K over its second limited weekend.
The film tells the story of Anora, a stripper who experiences a Cinderella-like moment when she marries the son of an oligarch. However, her fairytale takes a turn when her parents arrive from Russia to annul the marriage. Released by Neon on October 18, Anora continues to draw audiences, indicating a promising run ahead.