Oscars Race Thrown into Turmoil by Emilia Pérez Controversy

The fallout from Karla Sofía Gascón's offensive tweets has reshaped the awards season and raised questions about Hollywood's handling of progressive narratives.

• Netflix's Emilia Pérez, a musical about a transgender Mexican drug lord, was once a major awards contender but has faced backlash following offensive tweets from its star, Karla Sofía Gascón.
• Gascón's past social media posts, which included racist and Islamophobic remarks, have led to widespread condemnation, multiple apologies, and her removal from promotional campaigns by Netflix.
• The controversy has overshadowed the film’s achievements, including record-breaking Oscar nominations, and has led to accusations of trans erasure as Gascón is sidelined in marketing efforts.
• The scandal has disrupted the Oscars race, with no clear frontrunner emerging as voters distance themselves from Emilia Pérez and consider 'safer' alternatives like The Brutalist and A Complete Unknown.
• The situation has sparked broader criticism of Hollywood's approach to progressive storytelling and its vulnerability to PR crises, highlighting tensions within the industry.

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