Musical Film at Cannes Featuring Mexican Drug Lord Transitioning with Selena Gomez
A musical at Cannes features a Mexican drug lord transitioning with a sex change, with Selena Gomez in a supporting role. The film is receiving positive reviews for its audacity and entertainment value.
Key Points
- Zoe Saldana stars as a lawyer helping a cartel boss transition to a woman
- Trans actor Karla Sofia Gascon receives rave reviews in the title role
- Selena Gomez plays a gritty role as the boss's wife
- Directed by Jacques Audiard, known for Palme d'Or winner 'Dheepan'
- Mixes reggaeton, Mexican tunes, and French chanson in the soundtrack
Pros
- Positive reviews for audacity and entertainment value
- Innovative plot exploring gender identity, gang violence, and disappearances