Release Date and Details for Maria Callas Film Featuring Angelina Jolie.
Angelina Jolie’s much-anticipated portrayal of opera legend Maria Callas is finally available for viewing as the film “Maria” is released today.
Overview of ‘Maria’:
Angelina Jolie steps into the shoes of Maria Callas, one of the most iconic opera singers of the 20th century, in a film directed by Pablo Larraín. This biopic captures the essence of Callas’ final years in 1970s Paris, drawing on “true accounts” to depict a life rich in music, passion, and tragedy.
Director and Production Team:
The film is helmed by renowned director Pablo Larraín, with a screenplay by Steven Knight. Their previous collaboration includes the acclaimed biopic “Spencer.” Larraín expressed his enthusiasm for this project, stating, “Combining my two most profound passions, cinema and opera, is a dream come true. Working with Angelina, a remarkably brave and curious artist, is a thrilling opportunity.”
Plot Highlights:
“Maria” delves into the life of Maria Callas, acclaimed by Leonard Bernstein as “the Bible of opera.” The biopic portrays her tumultuous and tragic life, spotlighting her musical achievements and personal struggles, including her relationship with Aristotle Onassis.
Cast and Music:
Angelina Jolie is joined by a talented cast including Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, Kodi Smit-McPhee, and Valeria Golino. To convincingly portray Callas, Jolie underwent extensive vocal training. The film skillfully mixes her voice with Maria Callas’ recordings to capture the authentic operatic sound.
Release Information:
Starting today, “Maria” can be seen in select cinemas and is available for streaming on Netflix. UK audiences will have the opportunity to see the film in cinemas from January 10, 2025.
Filmed across various European locations, including Paris, Greece, Budapest, and Milan, “Maria” is produced by a creative team featuring Fabula Pictures’ Juan de Dios Larraín, Fremantle’s Lorenzo Mieli, and Komlizen Film’s Jonas Dornbach.