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.
The 49-year-old humanitarian reportedly hugged Pablo Larraín, who directed the biographical drama, and the cast of the film. According to Variety, Maria is sure to be an Oscar contender, putting Angelina in the best actress race for the first time in 15 years.
