This Week’s Films Highlight Angelina Jolie’s ‘Maria’ and Soderbergh’s Haunted ‘Presence’

A diverse lineup of new releases includes Pablo Larraín’s poignant biopic of Maria Callas, Steven Soderbergh’s experimental ghost story, and the family-friendly ‘Paddington au Pérou.’

Angelina Jolie delivers a critically acclaimed performance as Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’s ‘Maria,’ a melancholic exploration of the opera icon’s final days.
Steven Soderbergh’s ‘Presence’ offers a unique ghost story told from the perspective of the haunting spirit, blending technical innovation with emotional depth.
‘Paddington au Pérou,’ the third installment in the beloved family franchise, takes audiences on an adventure to the Amazon in search of Paddington’s Aunt Lucy.
Other notable releases include ‘La Pampa,’ a French drama addressing homophobia through the lens of motocross, and ‘Mon gâteau préféré,’ an Iranian romantic comedy that subtly critiques societal norms.
Documentaries such as ‘La Peine’ and ‘La chute du ciel’ provide powerful insights into prison life in Brussels and the struggles of the Yanomami people in the Amazon, respectively.