Emilia Perez: A Musical Crime Comedy Starring Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana

Synopsis

Emilia Perez is a 2024 musical crime comedy film written and directed by Jacques Audiard. It stars Karla Sofía Gascón in the title role with Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana. The film follows the story of a former cartel boss who is forced to confront her past when her daughter is kidnapped.

Cast

• Karla Sofía Gascón as Emilia Perez
• Selena Gomez as Maggie
• Zoe Saldana as Angelica
• Edgar Ramírez as Javier
• Mark Ivanir as Viktor

Production

The film was shot in Mexico City and Los Angeles. The production was plagued by delays and reshoots. The film was originally scheduled to be released in 2023, but was pushed back to 2024.

Reception

The film has received mixed reviews from critics. Some have praised the film's performances and direction, while others have criticized its plot and pacing. The film was a box office bomb, grossing only $10 million against a production budget of $50 million.