Angelina Jolie Reflects on Emotional Role in 'Maria' and Working Alongside Sons

The actress reveals how portraying Maria Callas brought vulnerability to the forefront, with her sons Maddox and Pax witnessing her emotional journey on set.

Angelina Jolie stars as opera legend Maria Callas in the biopic 'Maria,' marking a significant return to leading roles for the actress.
Her eldest sons, Maddox, 23, and Pax, 21, served as production assistants on the film, seeing a new side of their mother as she navigated emotionally intense scenes.
Jolie shared that this experience allowed her to be more open about her emotions with her children, who supported her with gestures like hugs and cups of tea during filming.
The role required Jolie to undergo seven months of opera training, blending her voice with original recordings of Callas for the film's singing sequences.
Directed by Pablo Larraín, 'Maria' has received mixed critical reviews, with praise for Jolie's performance, and is now streaming on Netflix following its theatrical release.