Angelina Jolie Reveals Her Sons Witnessed Her ‘Crying’ During Filming Of Pablo Larrain’s Maria: ‘I Was Terrified…’

by

As a dedicated follower of Hollywood, I must say that Angelina Jolie’s transformation into the legendary opera singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larrain’s upcoming psychological drama “Maria” is nothing short of remarkable. Having been a fan of both Jolie and Callas for years, witnessing their lives intertwine on the big screen feels like a dream come true.

In Pablo Larrain’s upcoming psychological drama film titled “Maria,” set to premiere on August 29 at the Sala Grande Theater in Venice, Angelina Jolie will be playing the role of the late, renowned opera singer Maria Callas.

Recently, Jolie disclosed that portraying the iconic character proved quite demanding for her. However, she found solace in the support of her children during filming. Moreover, she mentioned that her sons Maddox and Pax contributed behind the scenes to the movie and even witnessed her emotional moments on set. For more insights, continue reading!

At a recent premiere of her upcoming film Maria at the New York Film Festival, Angelina Jolie was accompanied by her children Zahara, Pax, and Maddox. During an interview with EXTRA TV, Jolie expressed that her kids’ support during the filming process was invaluable to her, stating, “Their encouragement meant everything to me. They told me, ‘Mom, no matter what happens, good luck, we know how hard you work and we love you.’

She mentioned, “There comes a time when those around you, regardless of success or failure, express their care for you.” Additionally, she disclosed that her sons, Maddox and Pax, were present on set, contributing in the AD and photography sectors. (Paraphrased)

She called it a “stunning” encounter, pointing out that such intense emotional portrayals in film aren’t common for Jolie’s work. The actress admitted that she underestimated its effect at first. Furthermore, she shared that her sons observed her learning to sing, rehearsing, and experiencing anxiety. They were there when she had to perform for the first time, and she was “petrified.

Jolie recalled that Pax and Maddox witnessed her tears, mentioning that this period brought us together in a unique and profound manner.

Larrain’s movie portrays the turbulent, enchanting, and sorrowful life narrative of the most renowned opera singer globally, Maria Callas, during her later years in 1970s Paris. To convincingly play this role, Jolie spent six months preparing, which involved rigorous voice training as she performs opera songs in the film.

Initially, their admiration seemed to stem from my dedication rather than my vocal abilities. It wasn’t about liking my voice specifically, but more about applauding my effort. Essentially, they were expressing pride in me, like a mother would. They knew how challenging it was for me.

On November 27, 2024, Maria will make her theater debut, while Netflix subscribers can start streaming it from December 11.

Read More

2024-09-30 17:52