Zoe Saldaña, who won an Oscar for her role in the Spanish-language musical comedy “Emilia Pérez” on Sunday, apologized to a Mexican journalist who said the film was “really hurtful” for her people before she pushed back at the reporter’s take on the movie.

Zoe Saldaña has earned her first Academy Award for best supporting actress. The win Sunday night for her performance in “Emilia Pérez” adds to a collection of successes for the star this awards season.

After taking home the Oscar for supporting actress, 'Emilia Pérez' star Zoe Saldaña responded to criticism of the film's portrayal of Mexico.