Angelina Jolie Reveals ‘I Share Her Vulnerability’ While Talking About Her Character As Maria

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As an ardent fan of both Angelina Jolie and the world of opera, I am absolutely thrilled about her upcoming role as Maria Callas in Pablo Larrain’s biopic. Having followed Jolie’s illustrious career, I find it intriguing to see her take on a role that seems to resonate with her on a deeper level.

Before the release of Angelina Jolie’s upcoming film “Maria,” it had its premiere at the Venice Film Festival. The movie received praise from both the audience and critics. Angelina, who portrays the lead role of Maria Callas, was seen visibly moved. Directed by Pablo Larrain, “Maria” is a biographical film about the renowned opera singer, Maria Callas.

The film in question will depict authentic incidents from Maria Callas’ life, as detailed in a press release, it promises to present a captivating, poignant, and tragic account of the world’s most renowned opera singer’s tumultuous life, reenacted and reinvented during her last years in 1970s Paris. With Angelina Jolie taking on the role of Maria, anticipation among fans is running high. At a recent press conference, Jolie was asked to share some behind-the-scenes stories about portraying the character and discuss any emotional ties she felt towards it.

Angelina Jolie mentioned that she saw some parallels with Maria, hinting at shared traits that might come as a surprise. Explaining further through PEOPLE, the Lara Croft actress suggested, “There are many things I won’t reveal in this setting, but I suspect the way I connected with her may be unexpected – it was likely the side of her that was incredibly gentle and didn’t have the chance to show such softness in the world. She was as emotionally open as she truly was.”

She further continued, “I share her vulnerability more than anything.” For those who don’t know, Callas’ life story has been scribbled in the biography, Cast a Diva: The Hidden Life of Maria Callas by Lindsy Spence. On the other hand, Maria marks the latest female-led biopic made by Larrain after Spencer and Jackie.

As a devoted admirer, I can hardly contain my enthusiasm as I embark on this incredible journey – the production of Maria, a project that promises to illuminate the extraordinary life and work of the legendary Maria Callas. The masterful script penned by Steven Knight, combined with the collective efforts of our exceptional cast and crew, and Angelina’s remarkable dedication and preparation, will undoubtedly captivate audiences across the globe. I am beyond thrilled to be a part of this endeavor!

During the Venice Film Festival, the Oscar-winning actress was questioned about her feelings when she learned about the Oscar speculation for her performance in Maria. Angelina Jolie responded by expressing that she thinks the standard for an exceptional performance is determined by the audience who appreciate Callas and opera. She further mentioned, “My concern would be to let them down. Therefore, if there’s any positive reaction to my work in this field, I am truly thankful.”

According to Angelina Jolie, she aspires that this film encourages audiences to delve deeper into the world of opera, allowing its profound impact to resonate with them even further. Indeed, Jolie emphasizes that opera is an incredibly potent form of art.

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2024-08-31 04:53