'Angelina Jolie's debut as opera icon Maria Callas unveiled in upcoming biopic'
In the world of cinema, anticipation is building for the release of the highly-awaited biopic "Maria," directed by Pablo Larraín. The film, which stars Angelina Jolie in the title role, is based on the last weeks of the life of the renowned opera singer Maria Callas, set in 1970s Paris.
Jolie, who describes working on "Maria" as a "fascinating opportunity," is joined by a stellar cast that includes Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Stephen Ashfield, and Valeria Golino. The film was shot over eight weeks across Europe, with scenes captured in Paris, Budapest, Milan, and parts of Greece.
Maria Callas, an opera diva known for her performances in bel canto works of Bellini and Rossini, spent her final years living in isolation in Paris. Her life was marked by personal events, including her relationship with Aristotle Onassis, which is also depicted in the biopic.
The film tells the tumultuous, beautiful, and tragic story of Callas' life, a story that is grounded in true events about her final days. Larraín, who also directed the 2016 biopic "Jackie," masterfully weaves together the various aspects of Callas' life to create a compelling narrative.
The biopic premieres today in Venice, with a teaser clip of the movie already released. The clip shows Maria Callas disagreeing with her staff about taking her medication during her final days, offering a glimpse into the complex character that Jolie portrays.
Netflix has acquired the US rights to "Maria," with Jolie tipped for a Best Actress award. The film will debut on 29 August at the Venice Film Festival, promising to be a must-watch for opera enthusiasts and moviegoers alike.
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