Jacques Audiard’s musical drama “Emilia Perez” made a strong statement at the 2024 European Film Awards, taking home five awards including Best Film, Director, Screenwriter, Actress Karla Sofía Gascón, and Editing. Gascón became history as the first trans actress to win a European Film Award for her role.
The awards marked a surprise victory for “Emilia Perez”, despite predictions of doom in its Oscar chances. However, Audiard’s film remains popular among fans, who will likely cast their votes during the upcoming awards season. The movie performed well at major festivals like Cannes and TIFF, winning Jury Prize and an acting award, and has gained support from prominent filmmakers such as Greta Gerwig, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Guillermo del Toro.
Despite initial doubts, “Emilia Perez” will undoubtedly remain a significant force in the film industry this awards season.
Source: https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2024/12/7/emilia-perez-sweeps-european-film-awards