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Emilia Perez 2024

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“Emilia Pérez” (2024) is a musical crime comedy directed by Jacques Audiard.

Released on Netflix on November 13, 2024, following a limited theatrical run, the film explores themes of transformation, identity, and redemption.

Directed by	Jacques Audiard
Screenplay by	Jacques Audiard
Based on	Emilia Pérez by Jacques Audiard Écoute by Boris Razon
Produced by	Jacques Audiard Pascal Caucheteux Valérie Schermann Anthony Vaccarello
Starring	Zoe Saldaña Karla Sofía Gascón Selena Gomez Adriana Paz Mark Ivanir Édgar Ramírez
Cinematography	Paul Guilhaume
Edited by	Juliette Welfling
Music by	Clément Ducol (score) Camille (songs)
Production companies	Why Not Productions Page 114 Pathé France 2 Cinéma Saint Laurent Productions
Distributed by	Pathé
Release dates	18 May 2024 (Cannes) 21 August 2024 (France)
Running time	132 minutes
Links	IMDb Wikipedia
Languages	Spanish English French
Budget	€25 million
Box office	$8.5 million

The story follows Juan Del Monte, a Mexican cartel leader who fakes his death to transition to a woman and live as Emilia Pérez. Enlisting the help of Rita, a disillusioned lawyer, Emilia navigates challenges as she starts a new life. The narrative is woven with 16 original musical numbers, blending drama, humor, and heartfelt moments.

Cast

Karla Sofía Gascón as Emilia Pérez/Juan Del Monte
Zoe Saldaña as Rita Mora Castro, the lawyer
Selena Gomez as Jessi Del Monte, Juan’s wife
Supporting cast includes Adriana Paz, Édgar Ramírez, and Mark Ivanir.

Filming Locations

The film was shot in multiple locations across Mexico and Switzerland, emphasizing the stark contrast between the gritty cartel world and Emilia’s new life.

Reception

Premiering at the Cannes Film Festival, “Emilia Pérez” received a nine-minute standing ovation and won the Jury Prize. Critics highlighted its unique storytelling, vivid visuals, and strong performances, particularly by Zoe Saldaña and Karla Sofía Gascón.