An insider exclusively discloses to Life & Style that Céline Dion was distraught when Angelina Jolie declined to star in her biography, but she hasn't given up hope and would love for her to change her mind.
A source earlier informed Radar Online in May 2019 that Céline's “big passion has been a musical movie adaptation of her life, career, and marriage to René Angélil” for years. She was adamant that Angie get the role because she wanted this to happen for both her fans and her children.
The 49-year-old Mr. & Mrs. Smith actress, however, turned down the chance to play Céline and chose to play the tragic opera singer Maria Callas in a forthcoming film that would focus on her love with Aristotle Onassis.
However, it has been revealed by a source that Céline, 56, is determined to cast Angelina in the role—even if it means waiting.
“They have talked about it numerous times over the years,” the source reveals. “Despite all of Céline's personal challenges, she still dreams of sharing the story of her relationship with her late husband René and her rise to fame, capturing both its triumphs and tragedies.”
According to the insider, the singer of “My Heart Will Go On” “has always envisioned Angelina as perfect for the role.” “Angelina's age isn't a problem either; the plan has always been to use CGI to make Angelina appear younger so she can portray Céline's journey fully.”
The singer from Quebec is experiencing pressure to have a candid account of her life narrative made for the big screen following her diagnosis of stiff person syndrome, which is impairing her motor skills.
Insiders close to the Grammy winner are worried about Céline's health and the longevity of her professional career, despite the fact that she just made a triumphant comeback to the stage at the Paris Olympics after having to postpone the remainder of her tour in 2023 due to her ailment.
“As Céline's health problems have intensified recently,” the source explains, “there is an increased urgency to create a genuine movie about her remarkable journey and showcase her exceptional music.”
Actors who are tough enough to play tough vocalists in biopics are also no strangers in Hollywood. In the 2005 film Walk the Line, Joaquin Phoenix excelled as Johnny Cash, while more recently, Austin Butler perfected his hip-shaking skills as Elvis Presley in 2022.
The insider notes, “But it's important to keep in mind that Céline doesn't see this as a music biopic.” “She believes that this is a timeless classic love story, and that both René and the actress who plays her should win Oscars.”
“That's fine and all, but where's the script? Céline has a well-developed story drawn from her own memories and experiences, but I doubt Angelina will commit to anything without a top-notch, highly-regarded screenplay that her entire team loves,” the source points out, emphasizing that Angelina has plenty of other options available.
“That hasn't happened yet, and Angelina is now working on her Maria Callas film, which, at least superficially, shares a lot of similarities with Céline's story.”
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