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Indie Films Shine at Oscars Amid Financial Struggles

3/31/2025

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The 2025 awards season shone a spotlight on the hurdles indie filmmakers face, as Sean Baker’s “Anora” and Brady Corbet’s “The Brutalist” took home 8 Oscars. Yet, amidst their triumph, both directors voiced concerns over financial hardships, with producer Alex Saks revealing that the rise of streaming services is stifling revenue for independent creators.

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Story summary

The 2025 awards season shone a spotlight on the hurdles indie filmmakers face, as Sean Baker’s “Anora” and Brady Corbet’s “The Brutalist” took home 8 Oscars. Yet, amidst their triumph, both directors voiced concerns over financial hardships, with producer Alex Saks revealing that the rise of streaming services is stifling revenue for independent creators.