Must-see biopics about iconic women in crisis
Angelina Jolie returns to the big screen in 'Maria,' a biopic about legendary opera singer Maria Callas
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Women face a multitude of challenges, from personal struggles to systemic issues. Even famous figures can’t escape moments of crisis; and behind the fame and power, we are left to wonder how such iconic figures have navigated their own personal struggles. That's where cinema steps in, giving us a peek into their most challenging moments.
‘Maria,’ a new biopic about legendary opera singer Maria Callas, joins the list of movies depicting iconic women going through hard times. Marking Angelina Jolie’s triumphant return to the big screen after a three-year hiatus, the film received an eight-minute standing ovation at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, and it’s already generating Oscar buzz. In response to questions about the “diva” label that was cast upon Callas and, sometimes, herself, Jolie had a poignant response. “It is often other people’s perceptions of a woman that defines who she is.”
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From Hollywood stars to writers, from queens to princesses, click on to get inspired by stories of iconic women who have overcome adversities and made history.
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