Saint Laurent Productions, a subsidiary of Saint Laurent (Instragram), is blurring the lines between high fashion and cinema with their groundbreaking film Emilia Pérez. Directed by the celebrated Jacques Audiard, the film has shattered records, earning an unprecedented 13 Academy Award nominations for 2025.
This includes prestigious categories such as Best Picture and Best International Feature Film. With Creative Director Anthony Vaccarello steering Saint Laurent’s vision, the fashion house’s bold venture into filmmaking has become a cinematic milestone, marking it as the most-nominated non-English language film of all time.
The story, brought to life through Audiard’s visionary direction and a screenplay co-written with Thomas Bidegain, Léa Mysius, and Nicolas Livecchi, has captivated global audiences. Karla Sofía Gascón’s compelling performance as the lead has secured her a nomination for Best Actress, while Zoe Saldaña’s powerful supporting role has earned her a nod in the Best Supporting Actress category.
The nominations span technical and artistic brilliance, from Juliette Welfling’s deft editing to Paul Guilhaume’s stunning cinematography. Musical talents Clément Ducol and Camille have also received recognition for both Original Score and two Original Song nominations—“El Mal” and “Mi Camino”—highlighting the film’s vibrant soundscape.
Saint Laurent Productions, an initiative led by Vaccarello, makes Saint Laurent the first house to fully produce films as part of its portfolio. This move represents a blend of haute couture’s artistry with the evocative storytelling of cinema. Vaccarello’s vision for Saint Laurent extends beyond the runway, emphasizing the cinematic elements that have long infused the brand’s identity. With Emilia Pérez, Saint Laurent has proven that its commitment to artistry knows no bounds.
The complete list of nominations:
Best Picture
Emilia Pérez
Directing
Jacques Audiard
International Feature Film
Emilia Pérez
Actress in leading role
Karla Sofía Gascón
Actress in supporting role
Zoe Saldaña
Writing (Adapted Screenplay)
Screenplay by Jacques Audiard in collaboration with Thomas Bidegain, Léa Mysius and Nicolas Livecchi
Film Editing
Juliette Welfling
Music (Original Score)
Clément Ducol and Camille
Music (Original Song)
“El Mal” from Emilia Pérez, Music by Clément Ducol and Camille, Lyric by Clément Ducol, Camille and Jacques Audiard
“Mi Camino” from Emilia Pérez, Music and lyric by Camille and Clément Ducol
Cinematography
Paul Guilhaume
Sound
Erwan Kerzanet, Aymeric Devoldère, Maxence Dussère, Cyril Holtz and Niels Barletta
Makeup and Hairstyling
Julia Floch Carbonel, Emmanuel Janvier and Jean-Christophe Spadaccini
The film’s success is a testament to Vaccarello’s ability to bridge the worlds of fashion and film, delivering stories that resonate globally while upholding the house’s legacy of innovation.
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