Jackie

With the film Maria starring Angelina Jolie, the Thessaloniki Film Festival kicks off

In Maria, Oscar-winning Angelina Jolie portrays Maria Callas, the most iconic performer of the 20th century. The film focuses on the legendary Greek diva during her final days in Paris after a dazzling yet tumultuous life. Maria revisits Callas’ life, offering a glimpse into her identity and revealing unknown aspects of her personality.

Portman to play as Jackie Kennedy in biopic

Natalie Portman will play the part of Jackie Kennedy in a biopic which will concentrate on the life of the famous former US First Lady, and the four days following her husband’s assassination.

 

“Jackie” will take start at the moment of John F’s assassination in Dallas, Texas, 22nd of November 1963.

 

Shooting is expected to begin by the end of 2015.