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Sean Baker, celebrating his film 'Anora's success, confirmed he plans to continue making independent films. He notably wants to avoid big studio projects like those from Marvel, maintaining creative control. Baker shared on a recent podcast that his upcoming work will be similar to his previous style and budget. He emphasized his commitment to independent filmmaking, expressing a desire for full artistic autonomy.

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Sean Baker talks about his next project after 'Anora' success, says don't expect a Marvel film

Sean Baker plans more indie films post-'Anora' success, eschewing Marvel's big studios.

"I'm intentionally going to stay in the same wheelhouse. - Sean Baker"

Washington DC, June 3

Filmmaker Sean Baker has made it clear that he won't be directing a Marvel movie anytime soon.

In a recent podcast with The Hollywood Reporter, Baker shared that 'Anora' fans can and his other films can expect "more of the same" from his upcoming output.

Baker, who gained worldwide praise for his film Anora, said he is still thinking about what his next project will be. "I'm not sure yet," he said. "I'm still exploring some ideas."

Anora won the Palme d'Or at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and went on to win five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay for Baker. It also earned Best Actress for Mikey Madison.

Despite his recent success, Baker is not interested in big studio films.

"Don't expect a Marvel film. It's not going to happen. I'm intentionally going to stay in the same wheelhouse and with the approximate same budget. I think that I enjoy working in this space of 100 percent independent," he added.

Baker also said he wants full control over his work and prefers making his films independently.

"I'm not working for even a mini studio. I'm making my film independently and then going the old school route of hopefully a bidding war or somebody licensing the movie," he said on the podcast according to The Hollywood Reporter.

"I think that's the only way to have full autonomy and control over your vision. So it'll be that. Expect more of the same," he added.

At the 2024 Independent Spirit Awards, Baker made a passionate speech about the importance of independent films.

"I'm an indie film lifer, and I know that there are other indie film lifers in this room, those who don't see indie films as calling cards, those who don't make these films to land a series or a studio film," Baker said while accepting the award for best director.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Priya M.
Respect for Baker sticking to his roots! In India too we need more directors who focus on meaningful cinema rather than just commercial masala films. Our parallel cinema movement was legendary - hope new filmmakers take inspiration from both Baker and our own Satyajit Ray.
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Rahul K.
Marvel movies are entertaining but we need more original stories like Anora. Indian audiences are evolving - look at how films like 'The Kashmir Files' and '12th Fail' performed. Content is king! 👑
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Anjali S.
While I admire his dedication to indie films, I wish he'd consider at least one big project. Imagine what someone with his talent could do with Marvel's resources! Sometimes constraints breed creativity, but so can unlimited possibilities.
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Vikram D.
This is why international cinema is important for us Indians to watch. Our OTT platforms should promote more such films instead of just Hollywood blockbusters. When will we see an Indian film win Palme d'Or again? 🤔
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Sneha P.
Love his attitude! Reminds me of Anurag Kashyap in his early days. True artists should have creative freedom. Though I must say, even Marvel could use some fresh perspectives - maybe they should approach him instead of other way around!
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Karan T.
As someone who loved Anora, I'm excited for his next project! But I hope he explores different themes - even within indie space, variety is important. Maybe he could make a film about Indian stories someday? We have so many untold narratives here.

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