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15-06-2025
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People Are Begging Zoe Saldaña To 'Read The Room' After She Declared That Her 'Emilia Pérez' Oscar Is 'Trans' And 'Goes By They/Them'
It's been three months since Zoe Saldaña memorably took home the 2025 Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance in Emilia Pérez. The divisive musical, directed by Jacques Audiard, follows a transgender Mexican cartel leader named Emilia Pérez (played by Karla Sofía Gascón) as she seeks help from a lawyer (played by Zoe) to obtain gender-affirming surgery. Emilia keeps her transition a secret from her wife and kids, posing as the aunt of her pre-transition self. The film sparked backlash for a number of reasons, though one of the biggest talking points has undoubtedly been its portrayal of the trans experience. The LGBTQ advocacy group GLAAD branded the film a 'step backwards for trans representation,' arguing that it 'recycles the trans stereotypes, tropes, and clichés of the not-so-distant past.' Related: 12 Celebs Who Came Out At A Young Age, And 13 Who Came Out Way Later In Life Months after its release, the backlash against Emilia Pérez grew further when the cast notably made no mention of trans rights as they accepted their controversial Oscar wins — despite the fact that the entire plot of the film centres around a trans woman's experience, and given the current terrifying political climate for trans folks. And with this in mind, people are now once again disappointed that Zoe — who still hasn't spoken out at length about trans rights — stated that her Oscar statuette 'goes by they/them.' Related: 18 Celebrities Who Called Out Other Celebs On Social Media For Bad, Problematic, Or Just Plain Mean Behavior This week, at the LA premiere of her new movie Elio, Zoe reflected on her Oscar win, saying, 'We have it in my office and my Oscar is gender fluid,' before adding that it's "trans.' Zoe's comments quickly went viral on X, where several users begged her to 'read the room.' 'Nobodys got time for this right now Zoe,' read one viral post with over 3.8 million views. Twitter: @egeofanatolia / Jeff Kravitz / FilmMagic 'funny cause she completely omitted any mention of the trans community during her acceptance speech,' someone wrote. 'had the whole press tour and many award show platforms to say something, ANYTHING about the attacks on trans people and this is what she comes up with months after her big (undeserved) oscar win. boo tomato boo,' another user echoed. 'Trans people: we need help the government is trying to kill us, please stand up for us in a meaningful way. Zoe Saldaña: My trophy is an enby,' one user quipped, while someone on Reddit shared, 'She said this but said nothing about trans rights during her acceptance speech. Oof.' Yikes. Let me know what you think in the comments. More on this People Are Furious Over Zoe Saldaña's Response To A Mexican Journalist Telling Her That They Were Hurt By 'Emilia Pérez's' Portrayal Of Their CountryLeyla Mohammed · March 3, 2025 'Emilia Pérez' Is Being Called Out After None Of Its Oscar Winners Mentioned Trans Rights In Their Acceptance SpeechesStephanie Soteriou · March 3, 2025 "Emilia Pérez" Just Earned A Bunch Of Oscar Nominations — Here's Why I'm WorriedMychal Thompson · Jan. 24, 2025 Also in Celebrity: If You Get 20/30 On This Difficult '90s Music Quiz, Then You Honestly Know Your Stuff!!! Also in Celebrity: 17 Actors Who Said "No" To Nudity And Sex Scenes Out Of Respect For Their Partners, Families, Religion, And More Also in Celebrity: Here Are 10 Celebs Who've Publicly Admitted The Reasons Why They Regret Ending Their Marriages
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (March 28 - 30)
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Our list for the best new movies and TV shows to watch on streaming this week includes an Oscar 2025 nominee, a prequel to a Disney classic, and a candidate for one of the best comedy shows of the year. We've made it our mission to help you find the perfect watch for this weekend among the best streaming services, so here are some first-rate recommendations. With April already around the corner, we've had three months of new streaming releases on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Max, Apple TV Plus, and Hulu, and some titles have definitely stood out. From Netflix's recent hit Adolescence and Severance season 2, to the ongoing season 3 of Max's The White Lotus and Disney Plus' Daredevil: Born Again, we haven't been short of options this year, and there is more on the way. Whether you are looking for an independent film to broaden your horizons or just something to pass the time with, we've selected 6 new movies and shows that are worth a watch. We've found something for every mood you might be in, while we keep an eye on new TV shows coming up and new upcoming movies releasing both in theaters and on streaming. Below, we narrow down the best new movies and TV shows released from each major streamer, so you're aware of the best shows to binge and the best movies to discover. Available: USWatch now: Hulu Following the release of Anora last week, Hulu just added another Oscar 2025 nominee to its catalog, and it's a must-watch. A Complete Unknown sees Timothée Chalamet transform into the legendary singer, songwriter, and Nobel prize winner Bob Dylan. The story focuses on Dylan through his earliest folk music success and until his moment of defiance at the Newport Folk Festival, where he created controversy for using electric instruments. With Monica Barbaro paying iconic singer Joan Baez, Edward Norton as Peter Seeger, and Elle Fanning as Dylan's girlfriend Sylvie Russo (based on Suze Rotolo), the film takes us back to an essential moment in the history of music, as well as American history. Chalamet shines as the lead star, nailing Dylan's voice and proving he is still one of Hollywood's most talented young actors. For more, check out the best Hulu shows to watch right now. Available: WorldwideWatch now: Netflix After the success of Purple Hearts and Carry-On, Sofia Carson is back on Netflix with a new romantic movie, which adds a lot of family drama into the mix too. The Life List follows a young woman named Alex Rose, who ges on a quest to complete her childhood bucket list, as her mother planned before she passed. With the help of an unusually handsome lawyer, she works hard to complete all the challenges, realizing what was missing in her life. In this emotional journey, she will learn important life lessons, discover buried family secrets and even find romance. For more, check out the best Netflix shows to watch right now. Available: USWatch now: Max After blowing our minds with the intensely entertaining Challengers, Luca Guadagnino quickly swapped 21st Century tennis courts for the streets of Mexico City in the '50s for the excellent Queer. The film is now available to stream on Max, and it's one to have in your radar if you're in the mood for something daring, captivating, and extremely intimate. Based on the 1995 novella of the same name by William S. Burroughs, the story focuses on William Lee (played by James Bond star Daniel Craig), a lonely American expat moving between bars and hotel rooms searching for someone to warm his bed. Enter Eugene Allerton (played by Drew Starkey), a younger, discharged US Navy serviceman, who catches his eye one night. Guadagnino continues to explore desire in a beautiful way, with stunning performances and some *very* steamy scenes. You have been warned. For more, check out our guides to the best HBO shows and the best HBO movies. Available: USWatch now: Prime Video Looking for something completely unpredictable and unhinged? Prime Video released this week a new movie starring Nicole Kidman and Succession star Matthew Macfadyen, and it might surprise you. Mimi Cave's Holland follows meticulous teacher and homemaker Nancy Vandergroot, as her picture-perfect suburban life, with her community pillar husband and accomplished son, start to crumble beneath her feet. With the help of a colleague, played by Gael García Bernal, Nancy uncovers a secret that will change her life forever. It's giving Don't Worry Darling and Stepford Wives vibes, but to say more would spoil the fun. For more, check out all the best movies on Prime Video right now. Available: WorldwideWatch now: Disney Plus Did we really need a prequel to The Lion King? Probably not, but that doesn't mean Mufasa: The Lion King is not a great watch all the same. The film is now available to stream on Disney Plus, so you should give it a chance. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the movie tells the origin stories of Mufasa (voiced by Aaron Pierre) and his brother Scar (voiced by Kelvin Harrison Jr.) prior to the events of The Lion King. It explores the early life and formative years of the titular character, who goes from being an orphaned cub to a respected king. Some actors reprised their roles from 2019's The Lion King, including Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé as Nala, Seth Rogen as Pumba, Billy Eichner as Timon, and John Kani as Rafiki. Newcomers include Tiffany Boone as Sarabi, Mads Mikkelsen as Kiros, Thandiwe Newton as Taka's mother, and Beyoncé's daughter Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, daughter of Nala and Simba. For more, read our Mufasa review, and check out our list for the best TV shows on Disney Plus. Available: WorldwideWatch now: Apple TV Plus If you've always wanted to know how movie studios work behind the scenes, you should probably add Seth Rogen's new show to your watchlist. Apple TV Plus' The Studio follows the newly appointed head of the embattled Continental Studios, Matt Remick, as he struggles to keep the business alive. Helped by his team of executives, Matt battles his own insecurities as he deals with narcissistic artists who care too much and corporate overlords who don't care enough. Can Matt find the balance between the two? Through parties, set visits, casting auditions, marketing meetings, award shows, and more, the series opens a unique window into the film industry, and it's as fascinating as deliciously entertaining. For more, check out our lists for the best movies on Apple TV Plus and the best TV shows on Apple TV Plus. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our list of the best Netflix movies or the best movies on Disney Plus.
