Callas: A Documentary (1978)
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
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Maria Callas as Self (archive footage) |
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Franco Zeffirelli as Narrator |
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Aristotle Onassis as Self (archive footage) |
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Luchino Visconti as Self |
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Graziella Sciutti as Self |
| Directing | Tony Palmer | Director |
| Sound | John Lundsten | Sound Recordist |