Karla Sofía Gascón Stars in 'The Life Lift' After Controversy

Karla Sofía Gascón, who recently faced controversy over resurfaced social media posts that disrupted her awards season for 'Emilia Pérez,' has been cast in the upcoming psychological thriller 'The Life Lift.' Gascón will play a psychiatrist who 'embodies both God and the devil' alongside Vincent Gallo, who stars as Gabriel, a New Yorker tormented by mysterious post-it notes ordering him to commit murders. The film is directed by Italian first-timer Stefania Rossella Grassi, with shooting planned for late 2025 into early 2026. Both Gascón and Gallo have been the subjects of public controversy, making their casting a notable choice for director Grassi's feature debut. The story's dark premise and the notoriety of its leads are expected to generate significant attention ahead of its festival premiere. Gascón's return to a leading role follows her public apology for her past statements and her subsequent distancing by Netflix and collaborators during awards season.