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Bill Maher Critiques 'Anora's' Box Office and Cultural Shift

3/17/2025

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Bill Maher took aim at the Oscar-winning film "Anora," which, despite its five awards, floundered at the box office. He challenged the newfound admiration for sex workers, highlighting a stark contrast to previous societal views. Maher posited that this cultural shift could be a factor in the film's disappointing performance, sparking a conversation on evolving norms.

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Bill Maher took aim at the Oscar-winning film "Anora," which, despite its five awards, floundered at the box office. He challenged the newfound admiration for sex workers, highlighting a stark contrast to previous societal views. Maher posited that this cultural shift could be a factor in the film's disappointing performance, sparking a conversation on evolving norms.