Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldaña's film 'Emilia Pérez' has been making waves since its premiere at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in May. The crime comedy, directed by Jacques Audiard, received critical acclaim and accolades at the prestigious event.
The film, which won the Cannes Jury Prize, also earned the Best Performance by an Actress award for its stellar cast, including Gomez, Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, and Adriana Paz.
'Emilia Pérez' is set to premiere on Netflix on November 13, following its success at Cannes. The movie, described as a crime comedy musical, follows the story of Rita, a lawyer who gets involved with a cartel leader named Manitas and his unconventional plan.
Zoe Saldaña stars as Rita, while Karla Sofía Gascón portrays the title character. The film also features Edgar Ramirez and Selena Gomez in prominent roles.
During its Cannes screening, 'Emilia Pérez' received an impressive 86% 'fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 37 reviews. The audience reaction was equally positive, with the film receiving a 9-minute standing ovation at its premiere.
Netflix plans to give the film a limited theatrical release to qualify for potential Oscar consideration. The exact dates for the theatrical run are yet to be announced.
Overall, 'Emilia Pérez' has generated significant buzz in the film industry, thanks to its unique storyline, talented cast, and successful debut at Cannes. Fans of crime comedies and musicals can look forward to its streaming premiere on Netflix this November.
