Angelina Jolie's Emotional Journey: Reconnecting with Maria Callas

In a mesmerizing transformation, Hollywood icon Angelina Jolie takes on the role of Maria Callas in Pablo Larrain's much-anticipated film "Maria." The film explores the complex life of the legendary opera singer, who grappled with the loss of her voice due to dermatomyositis, a chronic muscle disease. Jolie's portrayal offers a hauntingly real insight into Callas's solitary final years in her Paris apartment.

Angelina's Personal Connection

Jolie revealed an unexpected personal connection with Callas's story, confessing that she experienced a similar period of withdrawal when her six children, shared with ex-husband Brad Pitt, were young. "A few years I couldn't leave the house for long, " Jolie admitted, reflecting on the time when she had to distance herself from her artistry to focus on her family. This self-imposed solitude mirrored Callas's later years, though Jolie considers herself fortunate to have a fulfilling life beyond her career.

"I think I've built a very full life separate from being an artist, " Jolie muses. "If tomorrow it all went away, and I was just a mom, I would be very happy."

Overcoming Insecurity and Loss

Jolie's candor extends to her struggles with insecurity, particularly after the death of her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, and other personal traumas. "Finding my voice was therapeutic, " she said, comparing it to rediscovering a part of herself that had been muted. This journey parallels Callas's quest for artistic expression, a poignant reminder of the burdens artists often bear.

"I was terrified, " Jolie confides. "But I think that's the fate of an artist—you're never sure if you can do it."

The Love for Art Rekindled

Through the lens of Callas's life, Jolie has re-evaluated her relationship with fame and creativity. She spoke about how the project rekindled her love for her craft, despite the overwhelming spotlight on celebrities today. "Maria reminded me of how much I truly love the profession, " she reflected, noting the privilege and joy of creative expression.

"I don't love the attention, but I love being a creative person, " Jolie concludes, acknowledging that this project has reignited a passion she once feared was lost.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova