‘Emilia Peréz’ Songwriter Camille Says “We Don’t Support Hate Speech”
'Emilia Perez' songwriter Camille responds to controversy, says we don't support hate speech or racist speech.
During an interview with Deadline about her song and score Oscar nominations, just ahead of a Critics Choice win, Emilia Pérez songwriter Camille expressed relief in being able to talk about the recent controversy surrounding the film.
“It actually feels like a relief to be able to talk about it, and it’s important to talk about these things,” says songwriter Camille. “It’s been very painful for us because you cannot control what other people choose to say, but we don’t support hate speech or racist speech.”
While Emilia Peréz started their Oscar campaign season with a meteoric rise, earning an almost record-breaking 13 nominations, unearthed posts made on X from lead actress Karla Sofia Gascón has halted that momentum. In a recent interview with Deadline, director Jacques Audiard disavowed the actress’ posts and opinions, which Camille says is the opinion of everyone else on the film.
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