Callas Forever
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Movie Reviews of Callas Forever
Movie Review: Zeffirelli and Ardant recreate Maria Callas with great success
Summary: 5 Stars
Purists will probably cringe...let'em! FOREVER CALLAS is a wonderfully imaginative look at the final days of opera diva Maria Callas as formed from the "fantasy and relationship" (which is stated in the film credits),by her dear friend, Zeffirelli as only he could do.The real triumph of this film is the acting of the "Meryl Streep" of France, Fanny Ardent, who looks and acts the part of the diva in all of her faded glory at the age of 53.The original recordings of Callas in her prime are used in this recreation and it is a stunning tribute to the great star who was former lover to Aristotle Onassis before he dumped her to wed Jackie Kennedy.If you know the acting of Ardant(COLONEL CHABERT,ELIZABETH), then you will appreciate the fact that she as a Frenchwoman playing a Greek who speaks English with an Italian accent (that is quite an accomplishment!) and that her co stars are none other than legends Jeremy Irons and Joan Plowright as her agent and journalist respectively.This is a quick and sprightly look at the the world of the glory that was and explores the theme of trying to regain youth again.Excellent relaxing film viewing and the music is glorious!Movie Review: Finally
Summary: 5 Stars
I've seen this movie in Europe before, and it was such a finely done film by Zeffirelli. I'm glad to know that they're releasing it in DVD in the United States. And the leading actress, Fanny Ardant, was such a fine interpreter of Callas' role in life as a woman. From her fire to her passion for work, it was as if Callas was being called back from her grave to give one final testimony to the world about what her art was really about--and that was an achievement Franco Zeffirelli was truly able to capture on film. From her vivacious, fiery Carmen, to her jealous Tosca, to her Norma and her Butterfly, all her great roles were played in this movie to give audiences a glimpse of what the great Greek opera singer was really like. And, since Zeffirelli and Callas were friends, it was no doubt that he would somehow paint a portrait of her life in one of his artistic films.Movie Review: Giving the other side
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was extremely entertaining and with wonderful performances. I have been waiting for the DVD version since I saw it late last year. The whole theater stood up and applauded the experience and i think you will find it well worth the effort. I don't usually write reviews but was appalled that on the basis of one rather snide report this movie was being rated as a non event. This movie has not found the audience distribution it so richly deserves and I hate the idea that based on this other slanted review, it would also be overlooked by the DVD audience. The scenes of Carmen in the movie are worth the money alone and the performance of Fanny Ardant in the title role is a tour de force.Movie Review: Ardant is Magnificent!
Summary: 5 Stars
For the performance of Fanny Ardant alone, this movie is a gem. I don't know how this astonishingly elegant performance was overlooked by the Academy Awards, it's just fabulous...and genuine! It's a completely uninhibited, totally emotional and absorbing work of dramatic art. Trust me, just focus on Ardant and everything else will fall into place.
I have not seen an actress in a very long time fall so in love with the role she is playing that she transcends the character and becomes the character. And Maria Callas at that! It's a wonder to behold. The only flaw of this movie is that it comes to an end.
Movie Review: Stunning and emotional
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of those movies you just have to feel connected to automatically. Personally, it is an energetic and thrilling insight into a deeply sensitive musical talent and the story behind her struggles of singing again. Jeremy Irons is brilliant! It's a wonderful movie for people who do not need to watch main stream less intellectual high budget crap, but enjoy the more independent type films. I'd recommend it, but like I said, you might not be into this unique genre of film.