Maria Callas, the world's greatest opera singer, lives out her final days in 1970s Paris, confronting her identity and her life. Angelina Jolie and director Pablo Laraín discuss how they connected to the heartbreaking true story of world-renowned opera singer Maria Callas. The third and final film in Pablo Laraín's trilogy of female-led biopics known as "Lady in Heels," following Jackie (2016) and Spencer (2021). Maria Callas: Book me a table at a café where the waiters know who I am. I'm in the mood to be adored. Featured in Close-Up: Why Do We Need the Venice Film Festival? (2024). Otello Act 4: “Ave Maria” (Desdemona) Performed by Maria Callas, Orchestra of the Société des Concerts du Conservatoire Conductor: Nicola Rescino Written by Giuseppe Verdi, Arrigo Boito Published by Warner Classics, (p) 1964 Parlophone Records Limited Remastered 2014 Parlophone Records Limited Courtesy of Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH, a Warner Music Group company. I’m sure this film was made with a lot of care and love, BUT what it lacked most, in my opinion, was BREATH. Opera singers learn to control their breath in order to captivate ours. And I agree with the other less favorable reviews that the opening scene was a really bad example of lip-syncing, especially since I couldn’t see Ms. Jolie breathe! Sure, Callas lived a glamorous life, but to me the emphasis seemed more on the visuals in this film. This is a movie that made me stop watching until the end, and I regret it. I also had high hopes for these two iconic women. One Hundred Years of Solitude is one of the biggest TV and streaming releases this month. Check out our December calendar to find out more!