
BOROUGHWIDE — THE OSCAR-WINNING indie film “Anora” has brought new attention to Brooklyn’s Brighton Beach, as well as Coney Island, boosting local businesses featured in the film. The Sean Baker-directed love story, set in the Russian/Ukrainian enclave, has earned five Academy Awards, helping drive interest to Williams Candy Shop, Tatiana’s and the Parkview Diner – all of which played roles in the production.
Store owners told the New York Post the exposure is drawing visitors, with Williams Candy Shop already seeing an uptick in customers. Local business owners hope the film’s success will continue bringing new crowds to South Brooklyn’s iconic locations.
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SUNSET PARK — “As a resident of Marine Park, one of the great surprises I found biking around Industry City and visiting Japan Village was to discover Bush Terminal Park. I continue to be amazed at the serene hideaways that the city offers in some of the busiest places — and, still, with an iconic view.”

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — ‘A miracle that no one was killed …’ That’s what neighbors are saying about the collapse of the Hotel St. George marquee. Shown in this photograph are workmen beginning the removal and repair of the historic, old neon sign at the corner, referencing a relic of Brooklyn Heights’ past: the St. George Hotel.

ATLANTIC AVENUE — Exhausted shopper with cluster of bags and goods from mall at Boerum Place stops to look at huge construction site across the street. “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??” Her male companion is reassuring, “Nothing like Rikers … this is 21st Century.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — Overheard in line at one of most popular pastry outlets on Montague Street: “Hope I can get them into a camp …” A mother with two pre-schoolers in tow was showing a friend the Dodge Y flyer for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18.