Controversy surrounding Actor Karla Sofia Gascon and 'Emilia Perez' Oscar campaign
Actor Karla Sofia Gascon steps back from Oscar campaign for 'Emilia Perez' after offensive social media posts surface, impacting film's chances of success. Gascon apologizes and hopes for film to be appreciated for its message of love and difference.
Key Points
- Gascon steps back from Oscar campaign after offensive posts surface.
- Film 'Emilia Perez' was a frontrunner for multiple awards before the scandal.
- Gascon apologizes and hopes for the film to be appreciated despite the controversy.
Pros
- Film 'Emilia Perez' received record number of Oscar nominations for a foreign-language film.
- Gascon's performance as a transgender woman in the movie was highly acclaimed.
Cons
- Gascon's past offensive social media posts denigrating Islam and George Floyd have caused a scandal.
- Netflix has distanced itself from Gascon and dropped her from the Oscar campaign.