Spanish actress Karla Sofía Gascón has been nominated for the Oscars for the first time in one of the most important categories. Her reaction upon learning of the nomination went viral. Gascón is recognized for her role in 'Emilia Pérez', a film directed by Jacques Audiard that has been well-received at international film festivals. Despite this, the Mexican public has expressed their disapproval, criticizing the lack of commitment in the production.
In a viral video, the exciting moment when Karla Sofía Gascón finds out about her nomination in the 'Best Actress' category at the Oscars was captured. The actress showed her emotion in response to this significant recognition. However, controversy arose when the reaction of director Jacques Audiard was filmed upon learning about Cynthia Erivo's nomination, who competes in the same category for her role in 'Wicked'.
The plot of 'Emilia Pérez' follows the story of a lawyer who receives an offer to assist the head of a cartel in his gender transition. This premise has generated divided opinions, sparking debates on various platforms about how sensitive topics such as gender identity, violence, and drug trafficking are addressed. Despite the controversy, the film has captured the attention of both the public and critics alike.
The controversy surrounding 'Emilia Pérez' is related to the perception of certain sectors regarding the representation of these themes. The film will be available in Mexico starting January 23, 2025.
