Angelina Jolie adds some drama to a simple black dress at TIFF

Angelina Jolie glamorously transforms into the role of legendary opera diva Maria Callas, even going so far as to adopt one of the musical theater genre’s most beloved accessories: elbow-length opera gloves.

Although Jolie took on the role of director to attend the Toronto Film Festival premiere, Without blood Last night she managed to subtly channel her role in Pablo Larraín’s film Maria. The actress wore a dramatic black gown by Dolce & Gabbana. The piece featured a sleeveless silhouette and a boat-shaped neckline that flowed into a floor-length train. Jolie, who directed the film with Salma Hayek Without bloodnodded to her Maria Callas role with dramatic black gloves and a tousled honey blonde hairdo. Glam was kept simple with a nude lip and black eyeliner.

Besides Hayek and the Without blood cast, Jolie was accompanied by her eldest son, Pax. The aspiring actor emulated his mother’s black tie insignia. He wore a three-piece suit, dress shoes and tinted sunglasses.

Since her grand return to the Venice Film Festival, Jolie has been making quite the red carpet appearance. After arriving at the festival in fall fashion, Jolie began trying out her version of method dressing, which is more about classic red carpet pieces than overly themed styling.

During a Maria photo call, Jolie slipped into a backless Saint Laurent stunner that she accessorized with a sentimental piece of jewelry. Jolie’s vintage Cartier brooch, which she pinned to her dress, once belonged to Maria Callas herself.

And for her first big Maria On the red carpet, Jolie turned to the brand Tamara Ralph, who designed a dramatic nude ball gown and matching faux fur stole, seemingly in a nod to Callas’ fascination with fur clothing.

Between Without blood And MariaJolie will no doubt continue her red carpet career in the coming months, especially considering she is a top contender for a Best Actress Oscar nomination next year.