Maria

A legendary opera singer grappling with serious health problems and a years-long hiatus. She is haunted by memories, dependent on medications, yet still clings to the possibility of a comeback. Her vitality ebbs as she confronts mortality and the cost of fame.

A cautious physician who evaluates Maria's condition and questions the viability of her singing future. He presents medical reports that reveal deterioration and pressures her to acknowledge reality. He embodies clinical detachment amid emotional crisis.

A hallucinated young filmmaker who leads an interview during the week. He is not visible to Ferruccio or Bruna, but he shapes Maria's memories and confrontations with her past. The figure is a product of drug-induced visions rather than a real person.

Maria's older sister whose relationship with Maria is strained by their family history. They reconcile during the week, reflecting themes of sisterhood and forgiveness. She embodies familial bonds that endure beyond fame and illness.

Housekeeper and close ally who stands by Maria through illness and media pressure. She offers practical support, protects Maria, and anchors the emotional tone of the story. Her loyalty provides stability amid vulnerability.

Maria's devoted butler who manages the household, medical visits, and interview intrusions. He acts as a practical anchor, balancing care with the realities of her fragile health. His quiet resilience highlights duty and companionship.

Her former lover whose memory intrudes on the present through memory and longing. His influence lingers despite their break and the public scrutiny surrounding their relationship. He embodies the tension between private desire and public image.

Maria's husband before her Onassis years; a symbol of a long, complicated marriage overshadowed by later affairs. His memory marks a different life stage and influences Maria's present vulnerability. The film hints at how past partnerships still shape her today.