It was a huge night for Anora and independent filmmaking at the 97th Academy Awards. Sean Baker matched Walt Disney's record and Mikey Madison surprised many by beating Demi Moore to win Best Actress.

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.

Oscars host Conan O’Brien didn’t have to name President Donald Trump on Sunday to slam him for cozying up to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Times columnists Mary McNamara and Glenn Whipp break down the biggest surprises, best moments and top winners of the 97th Oscars in our live chat.

The sweep of "Anora" marks a decisive turn at the Oscars for indie quality over mainstream popularity.

The comedian and former late-night host steps into the hot spot formerly occupied by Jimmy Kimmel, Billy Crystal and others.

The comedian and former late-night host led the ceremony replete with musical numbers and nods to L.A., filmmaking and the current political climate.

An exhuberant Sean Baker urged filmmakers to keep movie theaters alive and “Keep making movies for the big screen,” in his acceptance speech after winning the Oscar tonight for best directing for Anora. This was Baker’s fourth nomination and second win tonight.

Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O'Brien, returned to Hollywood on Sunday. Sean Baker's "Anora" was the big winner of the night, taking home five awards. Read the full list of winners (italicized) below.

The Oscars saw big wins for Anora, The Brutalist and Emilia Pérez, but the Conan O'Brien-hosted show was also a win for Hollywood after a long year.

There was plenty to take in, including a “Wicked” opener, Conan O’Brien gags, and memorable speeches both good and bad. And people watching on Hulu saw almost all of it.