With the 97th Academy Awards just around the corner, anticipation has reached its peak. As Hollywood prepares for its biggest night, all eyes are on this year’s most talked-about contender—Netflix’s Emilia Pérez. The film has dominated the nomination charts, but its recent success at France’s most prestigious awards ceremony has also sparked heated debate. Now, as the Oscars approach, one question remains: Will Emilia Pérez secure a historic victory or face upset?

As the Oscars loom, Emilia Pérez stands on the edge of glory—or disaster. Will it claim Hollywood’s highest honor, or will the controversy surrounding it shatter its golden dream?

At the César Awards, France’s version of the Oscars, Emilia Pérez claimed the title of Best French Film of the Year. Meanwhile, the film’s lead, Karla Sofia Gascón—who has been at the center of controversy—made a rare public appearance, adding to the buzz surrounding Jacques Audiard’s Mexico-set drama. If it takes home an Oscar, it is sure to ignite even more heated debate. Criticism has emerged over its portrayal of Mexican culture and resurfaced social media posts from lead actress Karla Sofia Gascón, which included inflammatory remarks. 

While Gascón lost in the Best Actress category at the César Awards, the film triumphed with seven wins. Director Jacques Audiard, who distanced himself from Gascón’s statements, praised his cast. In the past, fans had suggested alternative films they believe would have been more deserving of Netflix’s Oscar campaign.

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From being a top Oscar contender to drowning in controversy, Emilia Pérez is facing intense backlash as Karla Sofía Gascón’s resurfaced tweets ignite outrage—leaving fans questioning if the film truly deserves the win.

Netflix has long prided itself on offering a diverse catalogue, from crowd-pleasers to critically acclaimed masterpieces. However, its decision to back Emilia Pérez for Best Picture at the 2025 Oscars left fans stunned—even before controversy struck. Many believed His Three Daughters, with Elizabeth Olsen’s standout performance, and Maria, featuring Angelina Jolie’s widely praised role, were more deserving contenders. The snub sparked outrage, with fans questioning Netflix’s priorities in the awards race.

People are becoming more and more dissatisfied with this year's Best Picture nominations, so they are supporting other candidates in hopes of a change. Even if a re-election is still a long way off, the overwhelming negative response indicates that Emilia Pérez could find it difficult to garner broad praise even if it survives its current wave of scandals. The division only serves to highlight how divisive this Oscar season has grown.

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