The Oscar-nominated actress shares insights on the challenges of her role and the implications for her parenting.
**Angelina Jolie Reflects on Emotional Experience Filming 'Maria' with Her Sons**
**Angelina Jolie Reflects on Emotional Experience Filming 'Maria' with Her Sons**
In a frank interview, the actress discusses the personal toll of portraying Maria Callas while her children observe.
Angelina Jolie, known for her privacy, has opened up about her latest role as iconic opera singer Maria Callas in the upcoming biopic "Maria." In an interview with BBC News, the actress revealed that her two eldest sons, Maddox and Pax, who worked as production assistants on set, witnessed the emotional struggles she typically keeps hidden from them. "The character [Callas] experiences a lot of pain, and my children have seen me go through challenges, but they weren't familiar with me showing that pain openly," Jolie explained.
In this new film, which centers on Callas's later years in the 1970s, Jolie combines her own singing with recordings of Callas, showcasing her commitment to the role. She described the grueling training to learn opera over seven months, highlighting the physical demands and breath control required for the craft. "Initially, I was hesitant about singing, but this process revealed an enjoyable experience," she said.
Jolie expressed that her sons' presence on set accompanied a learning experience for both her and them. She appreciated their support as they witnessed her challenges, stating, "It’s important for your children to see their mother struggle, to fail, and then try again."
As preparations for the film unfolded, director Pablo Larraín noted the professionalism displayed by Maddox and Pax, reflecting that they were very involved in the production. The film, part of a trilogy focusing on strong, complex women, has garnered mixed reviews but has been praised for Jolie's performance, with many critics suggesting it could lead to an Oscar nomination.
Larraín expressed hope that "Maria" could inspire greater appreciation for opera, something Jolie also echoed, emphasizing the emotional connection the art form fosters. Premiering in the UK on January 10, the film aspires to bridge the gap between the elite world of opera and the broader public audience.
In this new film, which centers on Callas's later years in the 1970s, Jolie combines her own singing with recordings of Callas, showcasing her commitment to the role. She described the grueling training to learn opera over seven months, highlighting the physical demands and breath control required for the craft. "Initially, I was hesitant about singing, but this process revealed an enjoyable experience," she said.
Jolie expressed that her sons' presence on set accompanied a learning experience for both her and them. She appreciated their support as they witnessed her challenges, stating, "It’s important for your children to see their mother struggle, to fail, and then try again."
As preparations for the film unfolded, director Pablo Larraín noted the professionalism displayed by Maddox and Pax, reflecting that they were very involved in the production. The film, part of a trilogy focusing on strong, complex women, has garnered mixed reviews but has been praised for Jolie's performance, with many critics suggesting it could lead to an Oscar nomination.
Larraín expressed hope that "Maria" could inspire greater appreciation for opera, something Jolie also echoed, emphasizing the emotional connection the art form fosters. Premiering in the UK on January 10, the film aspires to bridge the gap between the elite world of opera and the broader public audience.
