Oscar winner Zoe Saldana has publicly apologized to Mexicans who found her film, Emilia Perez, offensive due to its portrayal of cultural stereotypes. Saldana emphasized that the film, focused on female friendship, was intended to come from a place of love, despite its criticisms. She expressed her willingness to engage in dialogue with those who disagree and acknowledged her background as the daughter of immigrants. While the film received significant recognition at the Oscars, it faced scrutiny over its authenticity and representation of Mexican culture.
I’m very, very sorry that you and so many Mexicans felt offended, she said. That was never our intention. We spoke from a place of love.
I don’t share your opinion. For me, the heart of this movie was not Mexico. We were making a film about friendship.
These women could have been Russian, could have been Dominican, could have been Black from Detroit, could have been from Israel, could have been from Gaza.
I am the proud child of immigrant parents with dreams and dignity and hard-working hands.
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