Angelina Jolie plays Maria Callas, the legendary opera singer, in Maria, a biopic directed by Pablo Larraín. Known for his intense cinematic portraits of iconic figures such as Jackie and Spencer, Larraín here tackles one of opera's greatest voices. With a screenplay by Steven Knight, the film explores Callas' last days in 1977 in Paris, where she lived in seclusion after her worldwide fame. Pierfrancesco Favino and Valeria Golino complete a first-rate cast for this intimate tale.
Maria opens in cinemas on February 5, 2025.
Synopsis: The life of the world's greatest opera singer, Maria Callas, during her final days in Paris in 1977.
Maria plunges us into the last moments of the life of Maria Callas, the famous opera singer, recognized as one of the greatest voices of the 20th century. In 1977, withdrawn from the world, she lives in Paris, far from the limelight that once illuminated her dazzling career. The film explores her daily life, marked by solitude and nostalgia for her past triumphs, while evoking her memories of love, sacrifice and passion for art. Through the prism of her final days, Pablo Larraín paints a portrait of a woman as powerful as she is emotionally vulnerable.
Aimed at fans of biopics and intimate accounts of historical figures, Maria will capture the attention of moviegoers who have enjoyed Pablo Larraín 's previous works such as Jackie or Spencer, where the intimacy of historical figures is brought to light with delicacy. This film will also appeal to opera and classical music fans, and those interested in the tormented lives of major artists. With its subtle direction and Angelina Jolie's intense performance, Maria promises to be a poignant biopic, like films about iconic destinies such as La Môme or Judy.
Starring Angelina Jolie as Maria Callas and directed by Pablo Larraín, Maria promises to be an intimate and moving portrait of an opera legend. This biopic should offer a profound reflection on the price of fame, loneliness and the quest for immortality through art.
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