Divas never die: eternal appeal of opera singer Maria Callas


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Nearly 47 years after her death, opera legend Maria Callas (standing) returns to the Venice Film Festival, portrayed by Angelina Jolie in a new biopic. Photo: AFP

Nearly 47 years after her death, one of opera's greatest stars, Greek soprano Maria Callas, is again taking centre stage at the Venice Film Festival played by Angelina Jolie in a new biopic.

The film Maria by Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larrain - who has previously tackled other female icons including Jackie Kennedy and Princess Diana - portrays the final days of a singer whose voice and style forever marked the world of opera.

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