Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis Film Premiere

SOURCE ew.com
Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis, a sci-fi film 40 years in the making, receives mixed reactions from critics at the Cannes Film Festival premiere. Some praise its ambition and visuals, while others criticize it as self-indulgent and messy.

Key Points

  • Film conceived by Coppola in 1977, finally realized after 40 years
  • Story set in an imagined Modern America with a star-studded cast
  • Some critics praise the visual language and epic nature of the film

Pros

  • Ambitious and visually striking film
  • Starry cast including Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza, and more

Cons

  • Mixed reviews from critics
  • Some find the film self-indulgent and messy