Maria

Angelina Jolie plays opera superstar Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers of the 20th century in acclaimed director Pablo Larrain’s biopic, his third about a famous woman living in a gilded cage that follows “Jackie” (2016) and “Spencer” (2021).

The film follows the American-Greek soprano as she retreats to Paris after a glamorous and tumultuous life in the public eye. MARIA reimagines the legendary soprano in her final days as the diva reckons with her identity and life.

“Midway through, I was all set to file this as a posturing distraction, destined for a life as a high-camp curio. But it ground me down, won me over and by the closing credits, God help us, I was hoping for an encore.” ~Xan Brooks, The Guardian

“The movie is like a glittering jewel in a glass showcase, inviting you to look but not touch.” ~David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter