"Jessye Norman" is the first film in which the greatest and world's most successful classical music singer since Maria Callas talks about her life, fears and inspirations, the challenges of superstardom, as well as the joys and tribulations that come with the unparalleled cult surrounding her person. In interviews with André Heller the panorama of beliefs and thoughts of this clever, beautiful, charming woman and exceptional artist is unfolded.

In addition, Jessye Norman will sing highlights of her repertoire in stage settings designed especially for this film by some of the greatest visual artists of our time.