Angelina Jolie was spotted wearing three different costumes on the set of her upcoming biopic Maria in Paris on Tuesday.
The Oscar winner, 48, was playing the iconic opera singer Maria Callas as she filmed several scenes with a large cast of extras while changing into multiple outfits.
One look showed the star wrapped in a chic black fur trench coat with a matching bowler, leather gloves and oversize spectacles.
Another look featured the stunning actress in a tan tweed sport coat and matching pencil skirt as she kept her raven locks swept up in a loose bun.
A third wardrobe change showcased Angelina in a long black winter coat and a bright red scarf wrapped around her head, which was set off by large sunglasses and a dangling necklace.
Dedicated star: Angelina Jolie was spotted wearing three different costumes on the set of her upcoming biopic Maria in Paris on Tuesday
First look: The Oscar winner, 48, appeared focused on playing the iconic opera singer Maria Callas, as she filmed several scenes with a large cast of extras while changing into a multitude of outfits
Hiding in plain sight: A third wardrobe change showcased Angelina in a long black winter coat and a bright red scarf wrapped around her head, which was set off by large sunglasses and a dangling necklace
Icon: The film will cover Maria’s life story and finish with her sad death in Paris after suffering from vision problems that left her almost blind
The sneak peeks capture Angelina giving it her all to channel Callas, one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century who passed away in 1977 at the young age of 53.
The film will ‘explore the life of the legendary, iconic and controversial singer, often described as the original diva,’ according to its official description.
‘Based on true accounts, Maria tells the tumultuous, beautiful and tragic story of the life of the world’s greatest opera singer, relived and re-imagined during her final days in 1970s Paris.’
The Paris set photos follow the first-look photos being released and show Angelina in a few close-up snaps of her as Callas.
The artist was known for her incredible range on stage as well as her turbulent love life that included a romance with Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, who went on to wed Jackie Kennedy.
‘I take very seriously the responsibility to Maria’s life and legacy,’ Angelina said previously in a statement. ‘I will give all I can to meet the challenge.’
The Tomb Raider star also mentioned the film’s director, Pablo Larraín, whom she said she ‘long admired.’
The mother of six added: ‘To be allowed the chance to tell more of Maria’s story with him, and with a script by Steven Knight, is a dream.’
Dance away: One look had the star wrapped in a chic black fur trench coat with a matching bowler, leather gloves and oversized spectacles
Wrapped up: Another look featured the stunning actress in a tan tweed suit jacket and matching pencil skirt as she kept her raven locks swept up in a loose bun
Balancing act: The sneak peeks capture Angelina giving hit her all to channel Callas, one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century who passed away in 1977 at the young age of 53.
Film magic: The film will ‘explore the life of the legendary, iconic and controversial singer, often described as the original diva,’ according to its official description
Larrain said: ‘Having the chance to combine my two most deep and personal passions, cinema and opera, has been a long-awaited dream.
‘To do this with Angelina, a supremely brave and curious artist, is a fascinating opportunity. A true gift.’
In another statement, he added, ‘I am incredibly excited to start production on ‘Maria,’ which I hope will bring Maria Callas’s remarkable life and work to audiences all around the world, thanks to the magnificent script by Steve Knight, the work of the entire cast and crew, and especially, Angelina’s brilliant work and extraordinary preparation.’
Knight, Larrain’s Spencer collaborator, completed prior to the Writers Guild strike.
Alongside Jolie, the cast includes Pierfrancesco Favino (Adagio), Alba Rohrwacher (La Chimera), Haluk Bilginer (Winter Sleep), Kodi Smit-McPhee (The Power of the Dog) and Valeria Golino (Portrait of a Lady on Fire).
The biopic is sure to garner Oscar buzz with such Hollywood heavyweights in the mix.
Jolie scored an impressive Oscar win for her standout supporting role in Girl, Interrupted in 1999.
Following that, she secured her only nomination for Best Actress in Changeling in 2008.
Movie making: ‘Based on true accounts, Maria tells the tumultuous, beautiful and tragic story of the life of the world’s greatest opera singer, relived and re-imagined during her final days in 1970s Paris’
Keep it chic: The Paris set photos follow the first look photos being released, showing Angelina in a few close-up snaps of her as Callas
On the bridge: ‘I take very seriously the responsibility to Maria’s life and legacy,’ Angelina said previously in a statement. ‘I will give all I can to meet the challenge’
The mother of six added: ‘To be allowed the chance to tell more of Maria’s story with him, and with a script by Steven Knight, is a dream’
Oscar buzz: The biopic is sure to garner Oscar buzz with such Hollywood heavyweights in the mix
However, her notable achievement also includes being honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award by the film academy in 2014.
Larrain has a solid history at the Oscars as well.
His 2012 film No, which focused on the campaign against dictator Augusto Pinochet during Chile’s 1988 referendum
It secured an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film for the country.
He also took the helm for a couple of English-language biographical films that received Academy recognition.
Jackie in 2016, centered on First Lady Jackie Kennedy, garnered nominations for Best Actress (Natalie Portman), Best Costume Design and Best Original Score.
In 2021, Spencer, a fictionalized account of Princess Diana’s life, also saw a nomination for Best Actress (Kristen Stewart).
Director’s notes: Larrain said: ‘Having the chance to combine my two most deep and personal passions, cinema and opera, has been a long-awaited dream’
Part win: Jolie scored an impressive Oscar win for her standout supporting role in Girl, Interrupted in 1999
All eyes on her: Angelina commanded attention
Touch ups: She was seen getting her make-up reapplied
Stylish: She headed into the trailer for a costume change
Back in black: She donned a dark look
Quite the crowd: There were plenty of people on set
Source:https://www.dailymail.co.uk