The movie "Emilia Pérez" has generated a mixed reaction on social media after some scenes were leaked. Despite being well received by international critics and all the lead actresses receiving recognition at the Cannes Film Festival, many users have expressed a diminished interest in watching it.
Some rumors indicated that Selena Gomez might receive her first Oscar nomination for her role in "Emilia Pérez," but the Spanish-speaking audience did not seem satisfied with her performance, especially regarding her pronunciation and acting skills. Her accent and intonation in Spanish have been criticized, even being compared to that of a virtual assistant.
The lack of emotion in Selena Gomez's performance in the movie has been questioned, as it comes across as robotic and fails to convey much feeling. Additionally, it has been noted that the script includes phrases that are uncommon in Spanish-speaking countries, making the film seem aimed at a non-Latino audience.
Another aspect that has generated controversy is the representation of the Latino community in the film, portraying them negatively as drug traffickers or prostitutes. This characterization has been criticized for perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
Despite the criticisms, some users have expressed their excitement at seeing Selena Gomez playing a role in Spanish, highlighting that she represents Latinos born and raised in the United States who face difficulties with the language. "Emilia Pérez" has already premiered in the United States through Netflix, but its release date for Latin America has not yet been announced, where it will be titled "In Search of Emilia Pérez."
