Mar. 3, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen Brooklyn took center stage at the 2025 Academy Awards on Sunday night as “Anora,” which was based and filmed in southern Brooklyn, won five Oscars — including Best Picture. The dramedy tells the story of a young Brighton Beach-based sex worker, Ani, who meets and falls in love…
Jan. 23, 2025 By Adam Daly Williams Candy, a beloved 84-year-old Coney Island landmark, is enjoying a sweet moment in the spotlight after the film ‘Anora,’ which filmed pivotal scenes in the store, earned six Oscar nominations Thursday. The store at the corner of Surf Avenue provided a vibrant backdrop for scenes in the…