The documentary Maria by Callas is a portrait of the legendary opera singer Maria Callas, featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with family members, friends, and collaborators. It explores her life and career, including her early struggles as a young singer in New York City, her meteoric rise to fame in the 1950s and 1960s, and her controversial relationships with men such as Aristotle Onassis and her former husband, Giovanni Battista Meneghini.
The film also delves into the artistic choices and challenges that defined Callas's career, including her interpretations of classic operas such as "La Traviata" and "Tosca," her use of acting and drama to enhance her performances, and her vocal technique and range. Through her own words, as well as those of her colleagues and friends, the documentary offers insight into the psyche and personality of one of the most iconic and enigmatic figures in the world of classical music.
