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Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola finally unveiled his passion project “Megalopolis” at the Toronto International Film Festival this week. The sci-fi epic centers around a character named Cesar, played by Adam Driver, who dreams of building a utopian city within New York City. Coppola has worked on the film’s development for many years and financed its production himself at significant cost.
At the premiere, Coppola shared his vision for “Megalopolis.” He described it as a “roman epic” that imagines a futuristic version of New York on the edge of breaking down. The movie blends elements of politics, science fiction, romance, and comedy. Coppola believes the film reflects humanity’s ability to face challenges and create a better society.
“Megalopolis” stars Adam Driver as Cesar alongside a notable cast that includes Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, and Shia LaBeouf. Coppola took inspiration from both ancient Rome and contemporary New York City when developing the characters and story, though he added his own creative elements.
The film has faced difficulties during its long development. Coppola self-financed the project which was an expensive undertaking. Early reviews from its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival varied widely in their opinions on its ambitious vision and complex execution. The movie’s distributor also released a flawed initial trailer that featured fake critic quotes, which was quickly replaced.
However, Coppola remains passionate about “Megalopolis” and its hopeful message on humanity’s potential. As the Toronto festival continues through September 15th, more audiences will experience the movie and further discussion about its successes and challenges can occur. While opinions have been mixed so far, Francis Ford Coppola finally brought his long-awaited science fiction epic to North American audiences.
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