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Selena Gomez Defends Her Spanish in 'Emilia Perez' After Criticism

Selena Gomez apologized for any inconsistencies in her Spanish-language skills in ‘Emilia Perez’ after Eugenio Derbez criticized her attempt

Gomez plays Jessi in Emilia Pérez, which is now streaming on Netflix, a musical drama about a transgender woman who seeks to leave her past life as a cartel boss. Gotham/GC Images Selena Gomez’s new movie Emilia Pérez is already receiving some serious Oscar buzz, but one very special person’s praise has left a lasting impact on the actress. The musical crime film centers around lawyer Rita (Zoe Saldaña) who receives an offer to help cartel boss Juan Del Monte, a.k.a Manitas, retire from the business and disappear — and also become a woman, per IMBd.

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