Rita, an underrated lawyer working for a large law firm more interested in getting criminals out of jail than bringing them to justice, is hired by the leader of a criminal organization.

Karla Sofía Gascón is Emilia Perez in a swaggering musical crime thriller of genre-bending fascination that is also an unapologetically trans story.

Zoe Saldaña shines in Emilia Perez, a bizarre musical that’s a heck of a head-scratcher.

'Emilia Pérez' is lauded for its daring concept, standout performances by Zoe Saldaña and Karla Sofía Gascón, and genre-blending approach. Yet, it is criticized for lacking cultural authenticity, misrepresenting Mexican culture, and having script and direction issues. The musical elements are polarizing, with mixed opinions on their execution. While the film's ambitious narrative and themes are acknowledged, its execution and coherence often come under scrutiny.