24/32
The third and final film in Pablo Larraín’s so-called « Lady with High Heels » trilogy of female-led biographies, following Jackie (2016) and Spencer (2021)
Synopsis
Maria Callas, the world’s greatest opera singer, lives the final days of her life in 1970s Paris as she confronts her identity and her life. Angelina Jolie and director Pablo Larraín discuss how they became involved in the heartbreaking true story of world-renowned opera singer Maria Callas.
I’m in the mood for admiration
Maria Callas: Book me a table in a café where the waiters know who I am. Referenced in Close-up: Why Do We Need a Venice Film Festival?
Maria is a solid musical biography
(2024). Otello Act 4: ‘Ave Maria’ (Desdemona) Performed by Maria Callas, Orchestre de la Société des Concerts du Conservatoire Conductor: Nicola Rescigno Written by Giuseppe Verdi, Arrigo Boito A Warner Classics Release, (p) 1964 Parlophone Records2Remas4C Parlophone Records Limited Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH, Warner Music Group Company.
It is a beautifully shot and directed film
Angelina Jolie’s wonderful lead performance holds this film together quite well, and I admire how much she put into this role, especially the operatic singing. The plot is a bit messy and the pace a bit slow, but I still think the film is entertaining enough to enjoy and it is also educational about this period and opera in general.
I like the editing and the black and white photography is stunning
I think this is a solid film from Pablo Larrain and a potential Oscar winner for Angelina Jolie. No need to waste time scrolling endlessly – here’s the full lineup of new movies and TV shows streaming on Netflix this month.
