The highly anticipated film Emilia Pérez made waves at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, where US singer and actress Selena Gomez and her co-stars Zoe Saldaña, Adriana Paz, and Karla Sofía Gascón jointly won the best actress award. The Spanish-language musical follows the story of a Mexican Cartel leader who wants to fake his own death in order to transition to living as a woman.
The film’s UK premiere at the London Film Festival was a star-studded event, with all four leading ladies gracing the red carpet. Selena Gomez plays the drug lord’s wife, unaware of her husband’s new identity, while Paz portrays Emilia’s new romantic interest post-transition. Gascón, a trans actress, takes on the titular role of Emilia Pérez, a drug baron who undergoes a gender transformation.
Directed by French filmmaker Jacques Audiard, Emilia Pérez has received positive reviews, with critics praising the performances of the cast. Gomez’s portrayal of a hardened wife of a narco has been lauded, while Gascón’s performance has been described as magnificent. The film’s unique storyline and genre-bending approach have captivated audiences and critics alike.
As the film gears up for its release on Netflix next month, the buzz surrounding its potential for awards season recognition continues to grow. With Saldaña’s established box office success and Gascón’s breakout performance, Emilia Pérez is poised to make a splash in the upcoming awards race. Stay tuned for more updates from the London Film Festival and beyond.
