But Bertolucci, on a roll after “The Conformist,” sees her more as a blank page that he can manipulate, and Maggio perfectly embodies the charismatic young auteur’s seductive qualiti...
Perhaps some of the mostly male crew who look on feel her pain, but no one comforts her. Moreover, neither Brando nor Bertolucci apologizes for subjecting her to this hard-to-watch, unscripted moment....
Addicted to heroin, Maria acquires a reputation for being difficult on set. Offered mainly sex-kitten roles that require nudity, she more than once storms off a production. The film concludes in 1980,...
‘Being Maria’ Review: A Poignant Dive Into the Turbulent Life of Actor Maria Schneider Reviewed at Cannes Film Festival (Cannes Premieres), May 17, 2024. Running time: 104 MIN. (Original title:...