Controversy Surrounding Transgender Star of Netflix Film

Jacques Audiard disavows transgender star of Netflix film for past social media posts disparaging Muslims, Chinese, and black people. Director feels actor is playing the victim and needs space to reflect on her actions. Actress Zoe Saldaña also distances herself from the star.

Controversy Surrounding Netflix Film 'Emilia Perez'

Controversy surrounds the Netflix film 'Emilia Perez' directed by Jacques Audiard, focusing on a Mexican cartel kingpin faking his death to live as a transgender woman. Criticisms include portrayal of Mexico, language choices, and star Karla Sofía Gascón's controversial social media posts. Audiard defends the film as an opera with stylized elements and pushes back against realism critiques.