Onepress Tv is present at the Venice Film Festival 2024. We had the honour of seeing one of the first worldwide screenings of the new film by Pablo Larraín (director of Spencer and El Conde), starring the beloved Angelina Jolie as Callas.
The movie, Maria, is just over two hours long and takes us through the final part of the famous opera star's life, telling her most intimate story, particularly her relationship with her butler (played by Pierfrancesco Favino) and her maid (played by Alba Rohrwacher). Both actors are now regular and much-loved guests at the festival, as well as by international directors. In fact, they once again graced the red carpet alongside Hollywood stars.
A sneek-peek into it
In this film, we witness a mix of calm moments with interesting dialogues, profound and emotional scenes, contrasted with faster-paced and overwhelming shots. It’s often set in a theater in Paris, with some flashbacks to Italy, but we’re also shown life at home or on the street. The film showcases the diva's life and everything that comes with it: the paparazzi, the costumes, the intriguing love stories, and her magnificent and powerful voice; all presented with spectacular cinematography and a mix of different styles.
Certainly, this is one of the most impressive roles in the actress's career. In fact, Jolie mentioned that she had to learn how to sing because she had never attempted it before, and to imitate the one and only Maria Callas, she underwent months of intense training.
Probably the most anticipated star at the festival was Angelina Jolie herself, who, on the evening of August 29th, walked in front of hundreds of photographers and fans in an elegant beige-toned long dress by Tamara Ralph.
With the first day of the festival over and done with, wait with us in eager anticipation as we bring you fresh updates from the red carpet.
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