Mikey Madison is simply electrifying in Anora.
With tinsel-laden hair, thick eyeliner, and a killer wardrobe, Madison bursts onto the screen, making for one of the most memorable “A Star is Born” performances I’d seen in some time.
Yet, when Madison joined director Sean Baker for a post-screening Q&A at TIFF, I quickly realized that the seemingly reserved and mild-mannered actress on stage was a world away from the firecracker Ani I had just seen on screen. I had just witnessed a complete transformation. One that I had taken for granted. The hair and makeup work in Anora serves as armor for Madison and her on-screen alter-ego, Ani.
In being given the opportunity to interview Anora‘s Hair Department Head, Justine Sierakowski, (and her makeup counterpart Annie Johnson), I set out to discover all about the inspirations behind Madison’s looks in the film. The answers may surprise you.
Watch our full interview with Anora’s Justine Sierakowski below:
