Selena Gomez In Tears As Emilia Perez Receives Standing Ovation At Cannes 2024
Selena Gomez got the longest standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival this year, and she was clearly touched. The actress and singer was spotted wiping tears at the premiere of her most recent movie, the musical crime drama “Emilia Perez.”
The screening on Saturday received an astonishing twelve-minute standing ovation, and a video of the event instantly went viral online.
As the credits played, filmmaker Jacques Audiard expressed his gratitude, prompting another round of applause that lasted an extra two minutes.
The Spanish-language musical crime comedy stars Zoe Saldana, Karla Sofia Gascon and Edgar Ramirez. The film captivated the audience at the Palais des Festivals, receiving praise for its creative plot and impressive performances.
Gomez told Reuters on Sunday how she feels about the shift in focus to her professional work. “It’s a relief. I’d rather somebody say I did a terrible job than talk about my personal life. So, I feel very proud,” she stated, reflecting on the great response to her role in ‘Emilia Perez’.
The film portrays the tale of a Mexican drug lord who transforms from male to female and creates a non-profit organization committed to finding the remains of missing individuals. This fascinating plot has placed the film into contention for the festival’s top prize, the Palme d’Or.
