Why is “Emilia Perez” causing controversy? Inside criticism about the casting, French director, Mexican setting and transgender representation, and what stars and director have said.

Selena Gomez is speaking out about her feelings amid a controversy that many believe has upended the Oscars campaign for her film “Emilia Pérez.”

Emilia Pérez star Selena Gomez addressed the controversy surrounding her costar Karla Sofía Gascón while attending the 2025 Santa Barbara Film Festival.

The actress discussed the film's controversy involving her costar Karla Sofía Gascón at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Sunday, Feb. 9

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Selena Gomez surely knows how to put out her opinions bluntly. The singer recently talked about how she feels about her work in Emilia Perez amid the ongoing controversy about her co-star in the movie,

Selena Gomez addressed the racism controversy that has engulfed her Oscar-nominated Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofia Gascón in recent weeks, revealing that she has “no regrets” about being involved in the production.