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Law Practice

Dec. 1, 2004

'Callas Forever' Teaches Lessons That Apply to Practice of Law

Franco Zefferelli's recent movie, "Callas Forever," is primarily about artistic integrity. But it offers deeper insight and lessons about integrity that generally apply to the practice of law.

Robert L. Bastian Jr.

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Franco Zefferelli's recent movie, "Callas Forever," is primarily about artistic integrity. But it offers deeper insight and lessons about integrity that generally apply to the practice of law.
        The movie begins with Maria Callas, well-played by Fanny Ardant, recovering from a disastrous recital in Japan and the more-painful realization that her famous but aging voice has lost its power and quality. A rock promoter, Larry Kelly, ably playe...

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