Angelina Jolie Earns Acclaim for Transformative Role as Maria Callas in New Biopic

Jolie's portrayal of the iconic opera singer has drawn praise for its emotional depth, with the actress reflecting on rediscovering her craft through the challenging role.

Angelina Jolie's performance as Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín's biopic 'Maria' has earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.
Jolie underwent nearly seven months of opera training to prepare for the role, marking the first time she has sung on film in her career.
The film, set during Callas's final years in the 1970s, explores the opera singer's struggles with fame, personal pain, and artistic perfection.
Critics have largely praised Jolie's performance, with some calling it a career-best, though reviews of the film overall have been mixed regarding the director's approach.
Jolie has said the role allowed her to reconnect with her identity as an artist, contrasting with her past experiences of being overshadowed by celebrity and media focus.