Director Pablo Larraín’s biopic “Maria,” which portrays the life of renowned opera singer Maria Callas, is expected to premiere at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. The film, scripted by Steven Knight and featuring a star-studded cast including Angelina Jolie as Callas, recounts the singer’s tumultuous and tragic life during her final days in 1970s Paris.
Why it matters:
- Historical significance: The biopic spotlights Maria Callas, one of the most influential opera singers in history, bringing her legacy and contributions to classical music to a broader audience.
- Artistic inspiration: By exploring Callas’s complex and dramatic life, the film can inspire new interest in opera and classical music, potentially attracting a diverse and younger audience to the genre.
