Angelina Jolie was moved to tears as the audience gave her film a heartfelt 8-minute standing ovation, reflecting the profound impact it had on everyone in the room.
Directed by Pablo Larraín, "Maria" premiered at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, showcasing Angelina Jolie's powerful portrayal of the legendary opera singer Maria Callas.
Angelina Jolie described taking on the role of Callas as a therapeutic experience, opening up about the emotional challenges she encountered during her preparation.
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Angelina Jolie described taking on the role of Callas as a therapeutic experience, opening up about the emotional challenges she encountered during her preparation.
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Pablo Larraín expressed his excitement about working with Jolie, calling it a fascinating opportunity to depict such a complex character.
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Angelina Jolie emphasized how personally meaningful the role was to her, sharing that it allowed her to confront emotions she had long kept buried.
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As the crowd at the Sala Grande Theater chanted Jolie's name, the emotional intensity of the standing ovation reached new heights.