The film Emilia Perez, directed by Jacques Audiard, has elicited strong reactions since its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024, especially in Mexico. Following critical comments from comedian Eugenio Derbez about Selena Gomez's role, public sentiment turned overwhelmingly negative. Critics like Ernesto Diezmartinez condemned the film's clumsy direction and artistic choices, suggesting a wasted opportunity in storytelling. Despite some shifting opinions as clips surfaced online, the backlash against the film and Gomez's performance remained largely pessimistic, raising questions about foreign portrayals of Mexican narratives.
Eugenio Derbez's comment on Selena Gomez's performance in Emilia Perez ignited a social media firestorm, with many criticizing both the performance and the film overall.
Despite initial backlash, snippets of Emilia Perez on social media shifted opinions, revealing widespread discontent not just with Gomez but with the entirety of Audiard's film.
Film critic Ernesto Diezmartinez described Emilia Perez as a misstep for Audiard, criticizing its execution and direction and lamenting a wasted opportunity in storytelling.
Rodrigo Prieto acknowledged the musical charm of Emilia Perez but lamented the failure to engage Mexican talent in the film's production.
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