Maria

In the film Maria, Angelina Jolie portrays one of the most iconic and recognized figures of the 20th century – legendary soprano Maria Callas. Maria Callas was a unique opera diva with a voice that could express both deep emotion and absolute technical perfection. Her vocal range and intensity of experience transformed her into a legend that continues to fascinate listeners around the world. Callas excelled in her ability to fully embody each role, making her performances unforgettable artistic experiences. The story follows an American-Greek opera singer who, after a dazzling but turbulent life in the spotlight of the opera stage, retreats to seclusion in Paris. Amidst memories of her fame, disappointments and complicated relationships, Callas grapples with questions of her own identity and the meaning of a life dedicated to music. Angelina Jolie, renowned not only for her versatility as an actress but also for her deep personal commitment to complex roles, brings authentic emotional depth and intensity to the character of Maria Callas. She brings a new perspective on a woman who was an unstoppable force on stage but was fragile and vulnerable in private. Jolie's performance underscores Callas' inner conflict - a strong but lonely diva struggling to come to terms with her extraordinary but complicated life in her final days. Director Pablo Larraín reveals the life story of legendary opera star Maria Callas. His film Maria is an intimate look into the soul of a woman whose voice and personality remain timeless and inspiring.