Callas: A Documentary(1978)
Callas: A Documentary Synopsis
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.
Callas: A Documentary (1978) is a documentary and music film directed by Tony Palmer, released on September 16, 1978 with a runtime of 1h 37m. It stars Maria Callas, Franco Zeffirelli, Aristotle Onassis and Luchino Visconti. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Tony Palmer
- Status:
- Released
Callas: A Documentary Cast & Crew
Main cast
Maria Callas
as Self (archive footage)
Franco Zeffirelli
as Narrator
- Aristotle Onassis
Aristotle Onassis
as Self (archive footage)
Luchino Visconti
as Self
Graziella Sciutti
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Tony Palmer.
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Callas: A Documentary Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 3 ratings.
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Callas: A Documentary – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Callas: A Documentary online?
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Callas: A Documentary (1978) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Callas: A Documentary?
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The main cast of Callas: A Documentary (1978) includes Maria Callas, Franco Zeffirelli, Aristotle Onassis, Luchino Visconti and Graziella Sciutti. The film was directed by Tony Palmer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Callas: A Documentary released?
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Callas: A Documentary was released on September 16, 1978 and runs for 1h 37m.
Is Callas: A Documentary worth watching?
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Callas: A Documentary (1978) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.