Karla Sofía Gascón Talks About ‘Emilia Pérez’ on LOS40
While critics have praised the film, reactions in Mexico have been divided
The film Emilia Pérez has been making headlines, starring Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, and Zoe Saldaña. With its unique approach and bold story, it has sparked plenty of conversation.
Directed by French filmmaker Jacques Audiard, the movie follows Rita Moro, a lawyer hired by a drug lord who wants her help to transition. The feared ‘Manitas’ is ready to leave his violent past behind and become Emilia Pérez, but he also wants to make sure his wife, Jessi, and their children are taken care of. The story unfolds in a distinctive musical format, adding another layer to its originality.
Emilia Perez is the most nominated film at this year’s #Oscars with 13 nominations. pic.twitter.com/iAmWj5qdOs
— Pop Base (@PopBase) January 23, 2025
Karla Sofía Gascón, who plays both ‘Manitas’ and Emilia, delivers a powerful performance that earned her a Golden Globe, making her the first trans woman to win the award. While critics have praised the film, reactions in Mexico have been divided, with many people feeling disconnected from the story.
LOS40 Interview
Amid the debate, Gaby Cam and Javier Ibarreche from De Estreno on LOS40 sat down with Karla Sofía Gascón to talk about the film. One of the main topics was the controversy surrounding the movie and the awards it has received.
To keep the surprises intact, we invite you to watch our interview and hear everything Karla had to say. And of course, watching the film yourself is the best way to form your own opinion—whether you like it or not.
