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Studiocanal Acquires UK-Ireland Rights to “Maria” Starring Angelina Jolie

FilmNation Enters Into Deal with Studiocanal

Studiocanal has acquired the UK-Ireland rights to Pablo Larrain’s Maria, a psychological portrait of the legendary soprano Maria Callas, from FilmNation Entertainment.

FilmNation Secures Deals in Multiple Territories

FilmNation has also sold Maria to Studiocanal for Germany and Poland, and has secured deals with distributors in France (ARP), Italy (01 Distribution), Latin America/Spain/Portugal/South Africa (Sun Distribution), Switzerland (Pathe), Benelux (The Searchers), Czech Republic (AQS), Greece (Faliro House), Israel (Lev), Middle East (Italia), Bulgaria/ Ex-Yugo (MCF), Ukraine (Green Light), Baltics (Acme) and Turkey (Bir).

Netflix Acquires US Rights to “Maria”

Netflix has acquired the US rights to Maria in a statement buy from new head of film Dan Lin, bolstering the streamer’s awards slate this season.

About “Maria”

Maria is a psychological portrait of Maria Callas, depicting her performances, her love life, and her ill health towards the end of her life. The film was produced by Juan de Dios Larraín for Fabula, Jonas Dornbach for Komplizen Film, and Lorenzo Mieli for The Apartment. Fremantle also produced and fully financed the film.

Angelina Jolie’s Preparation for the Role

In a recent interview, Angelina Jolie revealed that she was “frightened” of singing as Maria Callas and spent seven months training for the role.

Conclusion

Studiocanal’s acquisition of the UK-Ireland rights to Maria marks an exciting development for fans of the film, which premiered in Venice Competition on August 29.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the plot of “Maria”?
A: Maria is a psychological portrait of Maria Callas, depicting her performances, her love life, and her ill health towards the end of her life.

Q: Who produced “Maria”?
A: The film was produced by Juan de Dios Larraín for Fabula, Jonas Dornbach for Komplizen Film, and Lorenzo Mieli for The Apartment. Fremantle also produced and fully financed the film.

Q: How much vocal training did Angelina Jolie receive for the role of Maria Callas?
A: Jolie spent seven months training for the role, admitting that she was initially “frightened” of singing as Callas.