The actress, who has taken on roles less frequently in recent years, described how her eldest children worked as production assistants, providing support during a challenging but rewarding experience. She noted, “So they were there to witness some of that, but then we would hug or they would bring me cups of tea.”
Jolie emphasized that expressing her emotions in front of her children was a new learning experience, stating it was essential for them to see her struggle with her craft. She highlighted how this vulnerability is a critical aspect of parenting, sharing rewarding moments with her sons while training for the role that required her to learn opera singing—an experience she found both daunting and fascinating.
Despite the emotional toll, Jolie expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to explore new artistic boundaries. The film 'Maria', directed by Pablo Larraín, is expected to showcase a blend of Jolie’s voice and original recordings from Callas, demonstrating the intense effort Jolie invested in bringing the opera legend to life. The film's critical response has been mixed, yet Jolie's performance is generating buzz for potential accolades.
Set for release in the UK on January 10, 'Maria' is part of Larraín's trilogy focused on complex women, following noteworthy films about Jacqueline Kennedy and Princess Diana. As Jolie's performance garners attention, the film aims to revive interest in opera, with Larraín expressing hope that it might popularize the art form among a wider audience.
Jolie emphasized that expressing her emotions in front of her children was a new learning experience, stating it was essential for them to see her struggle with her craft. She highlighted how this vulnerability is a critical aspect of parenting, sharing rewarding moments with her sons while training for the role that required her to learn opera singing—an experience she found both daunting and fascinating.
Despite the emotional toll, Jolie expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to explore new artistic boundaries. The film 'Maria', directed by Pablo Larraín, is expected to showcase a blend of Jolie’s voice and original recordings from Callas, demonstrating the intense effort Jolie invested in bringing the opera legend to life. The film's critical response has been mixed, yet Jolie's performance is generating buzz for potential accolades.
Set for release in the UK on January 10, 'Maria' is part of Larraín's trilogy focused on complex women, following noteworthy films about Jacqueline Kennedy and Princess Diana. As Jolie's performance garners attention, the film aims to revive interest in opera, with Larraín expressing hope that it might popularize the art form among a wider audience.
