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22/36
Story
Emilia Pérez follows four remarkable women in Mexico, each in pursuit of their own happiness
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El AlegatoWritten by Camille (as C
Dalmais), Clément Ducol, and Jacques AudiardPlayed by Zoe Saldana. Emilia Pérez left me more disappointed than inspired. On paper, the premise—a cartel leader transitioning to a new identity in a violent, hyper-masculine world—holds immense potential. Unfortunately, the film’s execution fails to deliver on that promise. Its lack of focus and disjointed narrative leave too much to be desired, making it a frustrating experience.
Is this a film about transition?
One of my biggest issues is how the story tries to explore too many themes without committing to any of them. At times, yes, but it only scratches the surface. Instead of delving into the emotional and physical complexities of transition, especially from such a unique position of power and violence, the film pivots in unrelated directions, becoming a kidnapping story, a love triangle, a commentary on Mexican struggles, and more. These shifts made the film feel aimless, as if it were afraid to commit to the depth that the main premise demanded. The film does have its strengths.
Visually, Emilia Pérez also impressed me in places
The musical numbers are surprisingly engaging and, for me, the one element that consistently worked. While I’m not the biggest fan of musicals, I found myself enjoying these moments, especially the ones centered around Emilia herself. There’s an emotional resonance when the character sings that the rest of the film fails to capture. The creative use of lighting and shadows, especially in intense scenes, stood out. It struck me as a clever way to evoke tension and emotion without relying on expensive effects.
However, these positives don’t make up for the film’s inconsistency
For example, a car crash scene managed to convey chaos without showing every detail, which I thought was a smart and effective choice. The lack of focus made it difficult to connect with the characters or their struggles. By the end of the film, I didn’t feel any strong emotions or questions, just a sense of disappointment at what could have been. Overall, while Emilia Pérez has a few standout moments, her inability to fully commit to her main premise left me feeling unsatisfied. This is a film that tries to do too much and ends up doing too little.
