Maria

Paris, September 1977. Riddled with depression and sadness, legendary opera diva 'Maria Callas' (qv) now leads a reclusive life away from the public eye. Despite her failing voice, the famed American-Greek soprano still harbours hopes of making a grand comeback. But Maria has already caught the unwanted attention of persistent paparazzi eager to witness her downfall. As vivid flashbacks reveal moments from her glamorous yet tumultuous career, a tragic narrative unfolds over the last seven days of the influential singer's life--a story filled with dreams, hardship, passion, and disappointment.—Nick Riganas