Emilia Pérez is a star-studded Oscars favourite, but it has become mired in controversy and criticism

Emilia Pérez is a star-studded Oscars favourite, but it has become mired in controversy and criticism

Source: ABC News

Starring Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana, this musical telenovela about a trans cartel kingpin was a hit at Cannes and has already won a Golden Globe. So why is it copping so much criticism elsewhere?

If the buzz surrounding Emilia Pérez is anything to go by, you'd be forgiven for thinking the award-winning Mexican musical telenovela directed by French filmmaker Jacques Audiard is worth its salt. But Greta Gerwig — jury president at the 2024 Canne… [7103 chars]

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