'Emilia Pérez' is drawing backlash after becoming the most nominated film of 2024. Here's the controversy explained.
"Emilia Perez," starring Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldaña, has been criticized for its quality, authenticity, and trans representation.
'Emilia Pérez' controversy: Why 'torturous' movie is criticized for its representation
Unconventional Spanish-language movie musical "Emilia Pérez" may be an Oscars front-runner, but some feel the film is "torturous" and "harmful."
‘Emilia Pérez’ is winning awards. Why is it causing controversy, too?
Why is “Emilia Perez” causing controversy? Inside criticism about the casting, French director, Mexican setting and transgender representation, and what stars and director have said.
Why Is ‘Emilia Perez’ Controversial? The Biggest Criticisms of the Oscar-Nominated Film
Emilia Pérez is set in Mexico and tackles sensitive topics like drug trafficking, gang violence and missing persons. Critics note that someone who hasn’t lived in Mexico under such threats might not be the best person to tell such a story, and some even accused the movie of perpetuating stereotypes.
‘Emilia Pérez’ receives backlash from fans after 13 Oscar nominations
Emilia Pérez garnered brutal reviews, with fans labeling it as the worst movie ever.Despite its 13 impressive nominations, the Mexican movie was bombarded with haters and
Trans musical ‘Emilia Pérez’ is winning awards and igniting controversy
Emilia Pérez” is quickly becoming an awards-show favorite, raking in four Golden Globe wins and 13 Oscar nominations — plus SAG Award nods, too.
Zoe Saldaña’s New Cover Is Sheerly Stunning As She Makes Waves For Emilia Pérez During Awards Season
Zoe Saldaña has had a stunning run so far with her work in Emilia Pérez. Both the 46-year-old and the movie musical itself ...
Zoe Saldaña Reflects on Losing Her Dad as a Child: My Mother 'Wouldn't Get Out of Bed' for Years
Zoe Saldaña is reflecting on losing her father Aridio Saldaña after his 1988 death in a car accident; the 'Emilia Pérez' ...
Zoe Saldaña Recalls Being Bullied for Not Speaking Spanish As a Child
In her new Harper’s Bazaar cover story, the actor recalls how she and her sisters were moved to the Dominican Republic after ...
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Zoe Saldaña honored by 1st Academy Award nomination
Zoe Saldaña earned a Best Supporting Actress nomination for 'Emilia Pérez,' a milestone in her 25-year career.
Zoe Saldaña Takes a Major Fashion Risk in Nipple-Baring Lace Cutout Dress for Harper’s Bazaar Cover Shoot
Zoe Saldaña poses in nipple-baring designer looks for her 'Harper’s Bazaar' cover shoot, which comes weeks after her 2025 ...
Zoe Saldana Shares Rare Photos of Her 3 Children to Celebrate Oscar Nomination for ‘Emilia Perez’
Oscar nominee. The actress, 46, posted rare photos of her three children — twins Cy and Bowie, 10, and son Zen, 8 — via ...
Selena Gomez & Emilia Pérez’s Oscar Chances Presumably Hurt After Shocking AI-Enhanced Singing Revelations
Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana’s controversial musical drama Emilia Pérez faces another backlash for AI-enhanced vocals.
‘Emilia Pérez’ shamelessly exploits real-world issues all in the name of campy entertainment
Emelia Pérez' is the definition of "out of touch." To make some sort of kitschy musical out of current real-world issues ...