Angelina Jolie's fan encounter at tiff: touching moment or too far?

Angelina Jolie has a busy schedule. She is promoting the film "Without Blood," which she directed, and the production "Maria," which is about the singer Maria Callas. According to our review: "'Maria' tells a story of a prison filled with past traumas, self-expectations, and fears controlled primarily through medication. Maria Callas struggles with her weaknesses, voice—which has become her salvation and curse—and most importantly, her greatness. The real one, but also the one present in her mind."

Jolie first promoted "Maria" in Venice, receiving a standing ovation for several minutes. She then attended the Toronto Film Festival to discuss "Without Blood." There, she took a moment to sign photos for fans. Despite security being close, one fan was so determined that she threw herself at the actress, hugging her around the waist. What seemed alarming at first glance, Jolie handled with stoic calm.

The incident, which might have seemed alarming initially, concluded with a touching exchange between the actress and the determined fan. Keeping her cool, Jolie responded to the fan's hug, giving her a moment to talk, after which security calmly escorted the fan away.

Critics believe the story of Maria Callas could be an Oscar contender. Meanwhile, "Without Blood" is an American war drama adapted from Alessandro Baricco's book of the same title. The film stars Salma Hayek, Demián Bichir, and Juan Minujín. Set in a fairytale-like convention, it depicts bloody events on a farm during an unspecified brutal war, focusing on themes of revenge, trauma, and the horror of war. Initial reactions to "Without Blood" are not very positive. "The Guardian" mentions painfully miscast roles, while "The Hollywood Reporter" notes the film is shallow.