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Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez' Oscar Chances Dwindle Amid Controversy

2/28/2025

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Netflix's "Emilia Pérez," once a strong contender for the Oscars, saw its chances dwindle when star Karla Sofía Gascón's controversial tweets came to light. This incident underscores the powerful impact of off-screen actions on Oscar voting, intertwining the realms of cinema and current events as the awards ceremony approaches at 7 p.m. ET.

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Netflix's "Emilia Pérez," once a strong contender for the Oscars, saw its chances dwindle when star Karla Sofía Gascón's controversial tweets came to light. This incident underscores the powerful impact of off-screen actions on Oscar voting, intertwining the realms of cinema and current events as the awards ceremony approaches at 7 p.m. ET.