In a year full of ambitious film releases, one of the most talked-about titles is Emilia Pérez, Jacques Audiard ‘s new film that has defied all the molds by presenting itself as a Spanish-language musical with hints of a judicial thriller and human drama. But beyond its groundbreaking story and powerful cast – headed by Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez –what has really made this film a cultural phenomenon is its powerful soundtrack.
At LoffMusic we explore the secrets, sounds and awards that make Emilia Perez ‘s music one of the best film compositions of the year.
Who is behind Emilia Pérez’s soundtrack?
The musical soul of Emilia Pérez was born from the joint work of Clément Ducol and French singer Camille, who not only composed a score full of drama, nuances and emotion, but also dared to write original lyrics in Spanish -despite the fact that neither of them is fluent in the language-. Mexican translators helped them to capture the idiomatic and cultural richness of the characters.
The result is an album that moves between the epic, the intimate and the intensely lyrical, with pieces that range from operatic to the catchiest Latin pop, passing through moments of pure orchestral introspection.
Awards and international recognition
It is no exaggeration to say that Emilia Perez’ s soundtrack has made history:
🎵 The song “El Mal” was awarded Best Original Song at the 2025 Oscar Awards, cementing its status as an anthem of today’s cinema.
🏆 At the Cannes Film Festival 2024, Camille and Ducol received the Cannes Soundtrack Award for their work on the film.
These accolades not only celebrate the film’s musical quality, but also its ability to connect with audiences around the world from a profoundly Latino perspective.
A musical that sounds like a concept album
The complete soundtrack of Emilia Pérez was released by Sony Masterworks on October 31, 2024, with a total of 43 tracks, including songs sung by the cast and instrumental compositions. Previously, an EP with five tracks was released in September of the same year, as a preview.
🎧 You can listen to it here:
Conclusion: Emilia Perez, the unexpected musical that is already a cult hit
With her audacious proposal, a first-rate cast and an unforgettable soundtrack, Emilia Pérez has shown that the Latin musical can break boundaries and reach the top of international cinema. Her music resonates as a modern opera that speaks of identity, transformation, redemption… and the liberating power of a good song.
🎬 If you haven’t seen (or heard) her yet, Emilia Perez is an experience that transcends the screen.
Editor: LoffMusic / Movies & Soundtracks / April 2025
