Noomi Rapace to portray Maria Callas in biopic

Noomi Rapace will be seen portraying opera singer Maria Callas in the biopic Callas, reported by TheWrap. The news was announced by Content Media. The movie will be based upon Alfonso Signorini’s biography Too Proud, Too Fragile. The BAFTA nominated actress is well known for her roles in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and the hit film Prometheus.

“This movie is about an extraordinary woman whose deepest desire is to lead an ordinary life with the man of her choice. Callas was la Divina, a goddess, who just wanted to be a normal woman; she found out she couldn’t. It sounds like an ancient myth. Niki Caro immediately identified and superbly built into the script this epic, deeply emotional and dramatic quality of the story. And we are absolutely thrilled that Noomi has come unboard, as she is dream casting for Callas. We are convinced she will be able to embody the indomitable spirit of such an important international icon”, said Guido De Angelis, president of De Angelis Group.

The movie will be produced by Marco De Angelis René Bastian, Linda Moran and Victoria Bousis. The film revolves around the relationship Callas had with Aristotle Onassis for over two decades. “We fell in love with ‘Callas’ instantly. It’s such an emotional and powerful story of one of the world’s great romances - and we’re certain that audiences around the world will be charmed and entranced by the passion, beauty and operatic splendor of this epic tale”, said Carmichael, who is president of film at Content.