More than a decade after undergoing a preventative double mastectomy due to her family history of breast cancer, Angelina Jolie is taking on a deeply personal role in her latest film, “Couture,” which has officially released in theaters today.
Jolie stars as a film director attending Paris Fashion Week who receives a breast cancer diagnosis while balancing the demands of her career. The emotional drama follows her character as she navigates fear, uncertainty, and the support of those around her.
Jolie says one of the biggest challenges of filming is allowing herself to be vulnerable while working closely with director Alice Winocour. She describes the experience as deeply personal and rewarding, adding that the only other challenge is performing in French.
The film also explores the strength women find through shared experiences. Winocour says women who bear emotional and physical scars become stronger when they share their stories, a message she believes is central to the film.
Throughout “Couture,” Jolie’s character struggles to maintain her identity while facing a life-changing diagnosis, highlighting the emotional toll cancer takes beyond the physical illness.
