Megalopolis

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The Madness Behind Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis'

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Discover the chaotic world of Coppola's grand vision through 'Megalopolis'!

Venture into the mesmerizing chaos of Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis,' a film that has left audiences bewildered and enthralled. With its grand vision of a new world order, Coppola takes viewers on a journey that challenges the norms of cinema. From the magnetic performances of Adam Driver and Giancarlo Esposito to the mind-boggling storyline, 'Megalopolis' is a rollercoaster of emotions and ambition. Critics have been divided over the film's depth and purpose, but one thing is certain – Coppola's passion shines through every frame.

As the credits roll, viewers are left pondering the meaning behind Coppola's magnum opus. Is 'Megalopolis' a work of art ahead of its time or simply a misguided endeavor? The film's enigmatic nature sparks discussions on the nature of creativity and ambition in the film industry. Despite the mixed reactions, one cannot deny the boldness and audacity that Coppola brings to the screen.

In the midst of confusion and admiration, 'Megalopolis' stands as a testament to Coppola's unparalleled creativity and dedication to his craft. Whether you love it or loathe it, this film is bound to leave a lasting impression on all who dare to witness its madness. 'Megalopolis' is more than just a movie – it's a statement, a vision, and a reflection of one man's relentless pursuit of cinematic perfection.

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Review: Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Is Totally Nuts (Vulture)

The moment when an actual live human walked out in front of the movie screen to pose Adam Driver's Cesar Catilina a question (which Cesar, in the film, ...

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'Megalopolis': Cannes Review (Screen International)

Francis Ford Coppola's grand vision of a new world order fails to live up to its ambition. Megalopolis. Source: Cannes Film Festival. 'Megalopolis'.

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Megalopolis review – Coppola's passion project is megabloated and ... (The Guardian)

Everyone who loves cinema owes Francis Ford Coppola a very great deal … including honesty. His ambitious and earnestly intended new film, ...

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'Megalopolis': Boos, and Some Cheers, Greet Coppola's Ambitious ... (Jordan Ruimy)

Coppola's film is madly ambitious and staggering in its passion. What was it even about? Was the acting and dialogue purposely hammy? How can Adam Driver ...

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The Madly Captivating Urban Sprawl of Francis Ford Coppola's ... (The New Yorker)

Justin Chang reviews Francis Ford Coppola's “Megalopolis,” starring Adam Driver and Giancarlo Esposito.

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Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis draws mixed reactions ... (The Independent)

Francis Ford Coppola's 140-minute, self-financed magnum opus received a mixed reaction at its Cannes Film Festival premiere on Thursday (16 May).

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Megalopolis – first-look review (Little White Lies)

The word “opus” feels custom-designed as a descriptor for a film such as Francis Ford Coppola's self-conscious folly-to-end-all-follies, Megalopolis.

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'Bafflingly shallow' or 'staggeringly ambitious'? Francis Ford ... (The Guardian)

Coppola's passion project screens at Cannes film festival to seven-minute standing ovation, but reviews have been polarising.

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'Megalopolis' First Reactions: “Fevered Thoughts of a Precocious ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' has premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and THR has rounded up mixed (nd confused) first reactions from critics.

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'Megalopolis' Review: Francis Ford Coppola's Ungainly Career ... (Variety)

In 'Megalopolis' with Adam Driver, Francis Ford Coppola constructs a deeply personal, high-concept allegory on his relationship to art.

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Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis is utterly groundbreaking ... (British GQ)

At the Cannes Film Festival 2024, Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis movie had its debut. Critics gave it mixed reviews, but they shouldn't be so quick to ...

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Coppola faces press after epic 'Megalopolis' splits Cannes (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Francis Ford Coppola faces the press Friday after his epic "Megalopolis" sharply divided critics at the Cannes Film Festival, while Emma Stone and Richard ...

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Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis is a painfully awful labour of ... (Financial Times)

Another giant of 1970s cinema bites the dust with an over-ambitious camp sci-fi satire.

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Megalopolis, Cannes review: Francis Ford Coppola's $120m self ... (The Independent)

Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza and a cross-dressing Shia LaBeouf are among the many stars giving quite mannered performances in this eagerly anticipated and ...

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'Megalopolis' Premieres at Cannes: First Reaction (The New York Times)

Francis Ford Coppola's first movie in more than a decade reveals a filmmaker not content to rest on his laurels.

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Inside The First Cannes Screening Of Francis Ford Coppola's ... (British Vogue)

Laughter, booing and bizarre live theatre – here's what really happened inside the room when the 2024 Cannes Film Festival's most breathlessly anticipated ...

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Megalopolis: The Five Wildest Things About Francis Ford Coppola's ... (Empire)

After its Cannes debut, Empire reports on the biggest swings from the legendary director's long-awaited comeback.

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Francis Ford Coppola: US politics is at 'the point where we might ... (The Guardian)

Speaking at Cannes, the director says his reworking of ancient Rome's Catiline conspiracy has become ever more prescient.

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Megalopolis film review: Francis Ford Coppola's passion project is a ... (BBC News)

One star for Francis Ford Coppola's "loopy" retro-futuristic passion project, which is "incoherent" – and looks "horribly cheap and amateurish".

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Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis gets 10-minute standing ... (Yahoo Movies UK)

The director was joined by actors Adam Driver, Nathalie Emmanuel and Aubrey Plaza on the red carpet, but no amount of glitz and glamour could sway critics.

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