Angelina Jolie Earns Praise and Criticism for Role as Maria Callas in New Biopic

The Pablo Larraín-directed film explores the opera legend's final days, with Jolie's portrayal drawing both acclaim and skepticism.

Angelina Jolie stars as Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín's biopic, focusing on the opera singer's final week in 1977 Paris.
Jolie's performance has been lauded for its emotional depth, though some critics found her portrayal lacking in authenticity and overly reliant on lip-syncing.
The film blends Callas's original recordings with Jolie's voice, aiming for a reverential depiction of the opera icon's artistry and personal struggles.
Jolie revealed she lied about her singing abilities to secure the role and described the preparation process as a therapeutic and transformative experience.
While the film's visual style and costume design received praise, its narrative and focus on Callas's sadness have been critiqued as indulgent and uneven.