Francis Ford Coppola premieres Megalopolis at Cannes Film Festival

SOURCE www.hollywoodreporter.com
Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited sci-fi epic Megalopolis premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to a 10-minute standing ovation. The film, dedicated to hope and children, showcases Coppola's resilience in making the movie outside the Hollywood system.

Key Points

  • Megalopolis marks Coppola's return to competition at Cannes after 45 years
  • The film had a VFX-heavy shoot in Atlanta and faced challenges during production
  • Coppola invested $120 million of his own money into the project

Pros

  • Positive reception at Cannes premiere with a 10-minute standing ovation
  • Dedicated to spreading a message of hope and making the world better for children
  • Independent production showcasing Coppola's creative control and resilience

Cons

  • Mixed reactions from potential buyers after a private screening in L.A.
  • Still in search of a U.S. distributor for the film