“Emotional Moment: Angelina Jolie Overwhelmed by Unexpected 8-Minute Ovation at Venice Film Festival for ‘Maria’!”
At the recent Venice Film Festival, Angelina Jolie found herself in the spotlight, but not for the reasons you might expect. Imagine walking into a theater and suddenly being swept up in an eight-minute standing ovation—boisterous applause, tears streaming down your face, and a crowd that just won’t let you leave the stage! Sounds surreal, right? Well, that’s exactly what happened to Jolie at the world premiere of her new film, *Maria*. As if the anticipation weren’t enough, fans had been lining the streets the day before to catch even a glimpse of the Hollywood icon, camping out with tents and umbrellas.
This emotional evening was a blend of artistry and genuine connection as she was not just celebrated for her immense talent, but also for her heartfelt portrayal of the legendary opera singer Maria Callas—an experience that resonated with the viewers and Jolie herself, who wiped away tears of gratitude during the roaring applause. Having not sung publicly before, and fueled by the desire to honor Callas’s legacy, Angelina stepped into this monumental role with more intensity than a Hollywood blockbuster! Are we looking at a potential Oscar contender here? Well, the buzz has definitely started!Angelina Jolie was left in tears when she received a stunning eight-minute-long standing ovation at the Sala Grande Theatre. People took their time to praise the actress at the Maria world premiere, which took place at the Venice Film Festival in Italy on Thursday night (August 29).
Angelina was taken by the rapturous response, wiping away tears and, at times, turning her face away from the cheering as she was overcome by emotion, Variety reported on Thursday.
