Selena Gomez Receives Criticism From a 'Pure Spanish' Celebrity When Playing in the Film 'EMILIA PEREZ'

Kapanlagi.com - Selena Gomez is indeed widely known as a talented actress and singer, KLovers. However, recently her name has come back into the spotlight, and this time it is not just because of her achievements. In a recent interview, actor Eugenio Derbez harshly criticized Selena's performance in the film EMILIA PÉREZ! Unwilling to accept those comments, Selena defended herself and responded to the criticism!

For many, Selena may be more recognized for her roles in various Disney series or through her hit music career. But this time, the 32-year-old actress plays Jessi del Monte in the crime musical film EMILIA PÉREZ, directed by Jacques Audiard.

In this film, Selena has to speak in Spanish, even though it is not her primary language. However, this role has become a point of contention due to the way Selena portrays her character in a language she does not master very well, and of course, this has triggered various reactions.

One of the bold voices to criticize is Eugenio Derbez, a senior actor from Mexico who is also known for the film CODA.

The feud occurred on the social media platform TikTok, where they exchanged comments through their personal accounts.

Is Selena's response enough to quell this controversy? Let's check the facts below!

1. Eugenio Derbez's Stinging Criticism

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Eugenio Derbez, who is also known for his fluent Spanish, feels that Selena's performance in EMILIA PÉREZ is unconvincing due to language limitations.

In an interview on the podcast Hablando de Cine, Derbez expressed that every time Selena appeared on screen, he felt her performance did not meet expectations.

"Selena just can't be defended," Derbez stated in the podcast. He even added that he and his friends exchanged glances and were shocked by the scene involving Selena. Derbez believes that if someone does not master Spanish, it is difficult to convey depth in acting, as pronunciation and understanding of dialogue greatly affect the nuance of the performance.

According to Derbez, this criticism is not just for Selena, but for the entire film that presents a lot of language, especially since the director, Jacques Audiard, is not fluent in Spanish himself.

"This film is set in a cultural context that is very far from its director, and that is quite apparent," he added. Derbez even described this situation as making a Russian-language film without understanding the culture or language involved.

2. Acting and Language Limitations

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One of the points raised in this critique is Selena's limitations in speaking Spanish. Although Selena works hard to portray the character Jessi, some feel that she is unable to convey a deep nuance in her role.

Gaby Meza, who commented on Selena's performance, stated that actors who speak a language they do not master will struggle to provide nuance and emotion to the characters they portray. In the context of EMILIA PÉREZ, Meza feels that Selena does not command the Spanish language well enough, making her performance appear stiff.

Nonetheless, this has also caught the attention of fans and critics who have a broader perspective. Many remind us that acting is not just about language proficiency, but also about interpretation and the feelings that can be transferred to the audience.

Some fans express that even though Selena is not fluent in Spanish, she is still able to show emotional depth in her role, especially in the musical genre that relies more on non-verbal expression.

3. Selena Yang's Humble Response

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Selena Gomez, known for her humble attitude, immediately provided clarification through social media after the Derbez interview went viral.

"I understand where you are coming from.. I'm sorry, I did my best with the time I had," she commented on TikTok.

This statement shows that despite receiving sharp criticism, Selena continues to view everything as part of the learning process and effort. She also emphasized that even though she faced criticism, Selena has given her all and heart into the film.

Not only that, Selena also gave a firm response regarding Derbez's comments about her fans. Selena emphasized that her fans are not the issue in this debate and highlighted the immense support she receives from them. This response showcases Selena's professionalism in dealing with criticism and demonstrates that she is not afraid to stand up for her principles and the work she has created.

4. Is This Criticism Fair?

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Of course, criticism from an experienced actor like Eugenio Derbez cannot be taken lightly. However, some observers argue that the criticism is not entirely fair, considering that Selena is not a native Spanish speaker.

Some believe that despite the language difficulties, Selena managed to deliver a strong and engaging performance for the audience. On the other hand, many also appreciate Selena's effort to take on this challenging role even though language barriers are an unavoidable factor.

Additionally, it is important to consider the context of this film, which indeed uses two languages, Spanish and English, reflecting the complex Mexican culture.

In this case, the development of the character and the emotional nuances in the film may be more important than perfect language skills. Fans hope that the existing criticism does not solely focus on language weaknesses but also on other aspects of Selena's performance that deserve appreciation.

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