Jolie's portrayal of opera legend Maria Callas in the upcoming film presents a personal challenge, intertwining her professional life with her family’s experiences.
Angelina Jolie Reveals Personal Struggles While Filming New Biopic 'Maria'
Angelina Jolie Reveals Personal Struggles While Filming New Biopic 'Maria'
The actress discusses the emotional impact of her role on her children and how art has allowed her to open up about her feelings.
Angelina Jolie has shared insights into her emotional journey while working on her latest project, the biopic 'Maria,' which depicts the life of famed opera singer Maria Callas. In a revealing interview with BBC News, the actress discussed how her two eldest sons, Maddox and Pax, who served as production assistants on set, witnessed her hidden struggles and pain—something she typically shields from her children.
Jolie noted that the character of Callas, renowned for her tumultuous life and career, mirrors her own challenges. "They've of course seen me go through a lot of things, but they hadn't experienced me expressing a lot of the pain that usually a parent hides from a child," she expressed. The set became a unique environment where natural vulnerability replaced typical parental roles, as her sons provided comfort during difficult moments.
The film, which reflects on Callas's later years in the 1970s, marks a significant return for Jolie to the big screen. With the potential for an Oscar nomination, critics have praised her performance, indicating that she transcends the role and imbues Callas with depth and authenticity. The director, Pablo Larraín, acknowledged Maddox and Pax's contribution to the production, emphasizing their impressive professionalism.
Jolie's commitment to the role included extensive training in opera singing, a skill she had not previously explored, leading her to describe the process as both challenging and rewarding. "It's just a very different physicality," she described while reflecting on her seven months of rigorous preparation.
The film touches on themes of resilience, struggle, and the complex dynamic of parental transparency, which Jolie has incorporated into her relationship with her sons. Her experiences on set have proven to be educational for her children. "It's always good for your children to watch your mum not do something easily," she said, hinting at the valuable life lessons integrated into the filming process.
'Maria' is set for release in the UK on January 10 and aims not only to revitalize interest in opera but also to showcase the profound emotional ties between art and personal experience—an endeavor Jolie hopes resonates broadly with audiences.
Jolie noted that the character of Callas, renowned for her tumultuous life and career, mirrors her own challenges. "They've of course seen me go through a lot of things, but they hadn't experienced me expressing a lot of the pain that usually a parent hides from a child," she expressed. The set became a unique environment where natural vulnerability replaced typical parental roles, as her sons provided comfort during difficult moments.
The film, which reflects on Callas's later years in the 1970s, marks a significant return for Jolie to the big screen. With the potential for an Oscar nomination, critics have praised her performance, indicating that she transcends the role and imbues Callas with depth and authenticity. The director, Pablo Larraín, acknowledged Maddox and Pax's contribution to the production, emphasizing their impressive professionalism.
Jolie's commitment to the role included extensive training in opera singing, a skill she had not previously explored, leading her to describe the process as both challenging and rewarding. "It's just a very different physicality," she described while reflecting on her seven months of rigorous preparation.
The film touches on themes of resilience, struggle, and the complex dynamic of parental transparency, which Jolie has incorporated into her relationship with her sons. Her experiences on set have proven to be educational for her children. "It's always good for your children to watch your mum not do something easily," she said, hinting at the valuable life lessons integrated into the filming process.
'Maria' is set for release in the UK on January 10 and aims not only to revitalize interest in opera but also to showcase the profound emotional ties between art and personal experience—an endeavor Jolie hopes resonates broadly with audiences.
