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Netflix Acquires Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’

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Netflix has acquired U.S. distribution for Pablo Larraín’s  Maria Callas biopic “Maria.” The film stars Angelina Jolie as the legendary soprano as well as Kodi Smit-McPhee, Alba Rohrwacher, Pierfrancesco Favino, and Valeria Golino. In a statement, Larrain said, “I’m excited to partner again with the Netflix team who care so passionately about movies. This film is my most personal work {…}

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Watch the First Clip to Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’

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In anticipation of the world premiere of the Maria Callas biopic “Maria,” the first clip of the film has been released. The clip showcases Angelina Jolie as La Divina alongside Pierfrancesco Favino in an undisclosed character. The score showcases Desdemona’s “Ave Maria” from Verdi’s “Otello” played on the piano. The movie is set to make its world premiere at the {…}

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Angelina Jolie Reveals Training Regimen for the role of Maria Callas

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(Credit: Courtesy of Fabula) In anticipation of the world premiere of the Maria Callas biopic “Maria,” Angelina Jolie revealed that she prepared for six months and learned how to sing for the role. In a Vanity Fair article, the actress and director Pablo Larrain spoke about the process of creating the soundscape for the film and said that “Jolie began {…}

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Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’ to Makes U.S. Premiere at Telluride Film Festival

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The Maria Callas biopic, “Maria” is set to have its U.S. premiere at the Telluride Film Festival. In a statement to People Magazine regarding Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt potentially meeting at the Venice Film Festival, Venice Artistic Director Alberto Barbera said, “Angelina will be on the first day, on Thursday [Aug.] 29, and she will leave right after with {…}

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Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’ to Premiere at New York Film Festival

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Pablo Larraín’s Maria Callas biopic “Maria” will screen at the New York Film Festival. The film will be shown as part of the Spotlight section, a showcase of the fall’s most notable films. The New York Film Festival wrote, “In an all-consuming performance at once poignant and imperious, Angelina Jolie becomes Maria Callas, the American-born, Greek opera singer whose voice {…}

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Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’ to Compete at Venice Film Festival

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The Venice Film Festival has announced that “Maria,” the Maria Callas biopic by Pablo Larraín will premiere in competition this September. The film stars Angelina Jolie as the famed diva alongside Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, and Kodi Smit-McPhee. According to IMDB, “Maria” follows the life story of the world’s greatest opera singer, Maria Callas, during her final days {…}

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Long Long Wins The Dallas Opera’s ‘Maria Callas Debut Artist Award’ As Company Unveils Season Honors

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The Dallas Opera has announced that tenor Long Long is the recipient of the 2023-24 Maria Callas Debut Artist Award. The tenor debuted in “Roméo et Juliette” this season. “Words can’t express how excited and touched I am to receive this precious award,” said Long Long in an official press release. “It’s a great honor for me and a significant {…}

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Royal Opera House Muscat 2023-24 Review: Homage To Maria Callas

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(Photo: Khalid Al-Busaidi) Although Maria Callas died almost 50 years ago, her name is still able to draw in the crowds. One of the headline offerings of the Royal Opera House Muscat’s (ROHM) current opera season was a concert entitled “Homage to Maria Callas,” which drew an enthusiastic audience. Of course, the presence of the fabulous soprano Sonya Yoncheva and {…}

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Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’ Eyes Venice Film Festival Debut

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Pablo Larrain’s new Maria Callas biopic “Maria” will likely premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Variety reports that Larraín’s film will launch at Lido after his previous two tragic female biopics “Spencer” starring Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana and “Jackie” with Natalie Portman as Kennedy Onassis debuted in Venice. The film is among several titles that will likely premiere in {…}