Karla Sofia Gascón stars as drug lord in Netflix film Emilia Pérez

Karla Sofia Gascón stars in the Netflix film "Emilia Pérez," playing both a menacing drug lord and her post-transition self. The film follows Emilia as she seeks a lawyer's help to fake her death and undergo gender-affirming surgery. Gascón's transformation involved extensive prosthetics and makeup, taking three hours to achieve her pre-transition look. The makeup team drew inspiration from Mickey Rourke's character in "The Wrestler" to create a fearsome appearance. Gascón's portrayal is significant as she could become the first openly trans actress nominated for an Academy Award. She collaborated closely with the makeup team to develop her post-transition look, aiming for a beautiful and feminine image.