Fri Jan 24 11:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Angelina Jolie Snubbed by Oscars Despite Golden Globe Nod and Intense Preparation for “Maria”
**Los Angeles, CA** – Angelina Jolie’s performance in the Netflix biopic “Maria,” in which she portrays opera legend Maria Callas, has been met with a surprising Oscars snub. While the film received a nomination for Best Cinematography, Jolie herself was overlooked despite a Golden Globe nomination and considerable promotional efforts.
Sources close to Jolie suggest she is “devastated” by the Academy’s decision. The actress reportedly spent months honing her singing skills and deeply immersing herself in the role, even describing Callas’ anguish as “personal.” Her promotional campaign included appearances on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and various magazine covers, all in an attempt to garner recognition.
However, some industry insiders speculate that the snub may be linked to Jolie’s highly publicized divorce from Brad Pitt. One source claimed that “Hollywood is Team Brad,” suggesting that lingering animosity from their eight-year legal battle influenced the voting process. Others, however, attribute the outcome to the competitive nature of the awards season, pointing to the many first-time nominees in the Best Actress category.
Jolie’s two sons, Maddox and Pax, who worked as production assistants on the film, witnessed the emotional toll the role took on their mother. Jolie herself acknowledged that the experience provided a new way for her to connect with her children and be open about her feelings.
“Maria,” written by “Peaky Blinders” creator Steven Knight, focuses on Callas’ final days. Despite the Oscars snub, the film’s success and Jolie’s dedicated performance continue to generate discussion within the industry.
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