Netflix Acquires Angelina Jolie Starrer Biopic ‘Maria’ on Opera Legend Maria Callas

Netflix has acquired the rights to *Maria*, a biopic starring Angelina Jolie as the iconic opera singer Maria Callas.

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00:00Netflix has acquired The Global Rites to Maria, a biopic about the legendary opera singer

00:05Maria Callas, with Angelina Jolie set to star in the title role.

00:08The film, directed by Pablo Larraín, is expected to offer a deep dive into the tumultuous life

00:13and career of one of the most renowned opera stars of the 20th century.

00:17The film's release date on the streaming platform is not yet disclosed.

00:20However, the film will be getting its world premiere at this year's Venice Film Festival

00:24on 29 August 2024.

00:27Maria will chronicle the final days of Callas, exploring her complex personality, dramatic

00:31love life and the immense pressure of her storied career.

00:34The biopic aims to capture the essence of Callas' artistry and the personal struggles

00:38she faces behind the curtains of fame and success.

00:42Known for her commanding stage presence and powerful voice, Callas was both celebrated

00:46and scrutinized, a duality that the film intends to portray with nuance.

00:50Angelina Jolie, who has been lauded for her transformative roles in films like Girl and

00:55Uninterrupted, will portray the opera icon.

00:58The additional star cast includes Valeria Golino, Pier Francisco Fevino and Cody Smith.

01:04The director Pablo shared his enthusiasm for the biopic and made a statement on Wednesday

01:09in which he said,

01:10I am excited to partner again with the Netflix team who cares so passionately about movies.

01:15This film is my most personal work yet.

01:17He also added, I am deeply honoured to tell this story and share it with audiences worldwide

01:23like Maria did with her life.

01:24The screenplay is penned by Stephen Knight, whose involvement in the project promises

01:28a script that balances dramatic tension with a deep understanding of the character's

01:33emotional landscape.

01:34The film's release is highly anticipated as it not only marks Angelina Jolie's return

01:38but also continues Netflix's strategy of attracting top-tier talent for its original

01:43content.