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Zoe Saldaña responds to criticism that 'Emilia Pérez' is 'hurtful' to Mexicans after Oscar win

Zoe Saldaña responded to criticism about "Emilia Pérez" in the press room after her best supporting actress win at the 2025 Oscars.

Oscars 2025: Zoe Saldaña Apologizes For Offending “So Many Mexicans” After 'Emilia Pérez' Win

Oscars, Zoe Saldaña addressed 'Emilia Pérez' backlash while speaking to press at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, issuing an apology to anyone offended by the film’s portrayal of Mexico.

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Zoe Saldaña reacts to 'Emilia Pérez' backlash fresh off Oscar win: 'I don't share your opinion'

Emilia then also becomes an activist in an effort to atone for her wrongdoings as a cartel leader. Among other controversies − including Gascón's racist and xenophobic tweets − the film has been criticized by people who claim it downplays and exploits Mexico's drug war problem,

Oscars, Emilia Pérez and Karla Sofía Gascón

Oscars 2025: The 'Emilia Pérez' controversy explained

With the 2025 Oscars now in the rearview mirror, let's take a look at the controversies surrounding "Emilia Pérez." The film follows the story of Gascón's titular character, Emilia Pérez, a Mexican drug cartel leader who fakes her death with the help of a lawyer (Saldaña) and undergoes gender-affirming surgery.

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Selena Gomez reunites with “Emilia Pérez” star Karla Sofía Gascón at Oscars after latter's social media controversy

Gascón missed a slew of awards season events after her past tweets disparaging Islam resurfaced before the Academy Awards.

Inside the Controversy Surrounding Karla Sofía Gascón — and Whether the “Emilia Pérez” Star Plans on Attending the Oscars Amid Backlash

Karla Sofía Gascón has been in the spotlight for more than her starring role in Emilia Pérez. The Spanish actress gained U.S. attention after playing the titular character in the 2024 musical, which received the most Oscar nominations at this year's ceremony.

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After Scandals, ‘Emilia Pérez,’ Nominated for 13 Oscars, Won 2

The Spanish-language musical from Netflix saw its grand hopes fizzle after derisive social media posts from its star ...

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Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos On How Streamer Handled ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversy – Oscars Red Carpet

Netflix Boss Ted Sarandos talks about how streamer handled 'Emilia Perez' Controversy and how Zoe Saldana is "undeniable" in ...

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