Why is “Emilia Perez” causing controversy? Inside criticism about the casting, French director, Mexican setting and transgender representation, and what stars and director have said.

“Wicked,” “Emilia Pérez,” and “The Substance” each triumphed with three wins at the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards on Friday night. However, it was “Anora” that claimed the best picture prize at this year’s ceremony.

Wicked is among the big winners at this year's Critics' Choice Awards. The film took home three awards. Check out the full list of winners for the Critic's Choice Awards here!

The lunch had been rescheduled because of the L.A. wildfires, moved to a date where it seemed that the only thing in flames was “Emilia Perez"

He's the third director to win a Critics Choice Award for a musical, following Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge!) and Damien Chaze

Anora” won best picture at the Critics Choice Awards, while “Emilia Pérez,” “The Substance” and “Wicked” each took three trophies. See who else won.

NBCUniversal The 30th annual Critics Choice Awards took place Friday night, hosted by Chelsea Handler. The show aired on E! and is now available to stream on Peacock. Here’s the list of winners: Film