Callas: A Documentary
1978•1h 37m•7.0•Released
DocumentaryMusic
Narrated by cinema legend Franco Zeffirelli, this intimate made-for-television documentary traces the life and times of the mercurial Maria Callas, one of the most renowned and respected operatic divas of the mid-20th century. Rare authentic footage, candid interviews and breathtaking performances help paint a portrait of an artist remembered as much for her quick and explosive temper as she is for her immeasurable talent.
Director
Tony Palmer
Cast
Maria Callas
Self (archive footage)
Franco Zeffirelli
Narrator
Aristotle Onassis
Self (archive footage)
Luchino Visconti
Self
Graziella Sciutti
Self
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