Pablo Larraín's "Maria" portrays the complexities of opera star Maria Callas, emphasizing her desperate desire for an audience while grappling with her identity beyond her public persona.
While "Maria" is visually stunning and presents a rich directorial approach, it ultimately struggles to clearly define the essence of Callas beyond her famous roles and legend.
Unlike previous films in Larraín's trilogy, "Maria" sometimes falls into a nebulous narrative, losing clarity in depicting the true self of its legendary subject, particularly through the interplay of public and private.
The film illuminates how Callas' life mirrors that of opera, portraying her as both deeply affected by her roles and entrapped within the confines of her own celebrated identity.
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