A trailer promoting Francis Ford Coppola's new film "Megalopolis" has been withdrawn after it was found to have incorporated fake movie reviews, reportedly generated by artificial intelligence. Coppola's wildly ambitious, decades-in-the-making movie, which hits theatres next month and stars Adam Driver, has starkly divided critics.

A trailer released this week drew parallels to earlier works by the revered Hollywood director that also initially left some professional reviewers cold before going on to become classics -- suggesting "Megalopolis" can do the same.

"True genius is often misunderstood," a voiceover began before quotes from famous critics calling "The Godfather" a "sloppily self-indulgent movie" and "Apocalypse Now" a "spectacular failure" were presented on the screen.

The problem? None of those quotes were real. Instead, the trailer appears to have used AI-generated imitations of the type of withering put-downs associated with renowned reviewers such as Pauline Kael.

In at least one case, a criticism appears to have been lifted from a review of an entirely different film The trailer was quickly recalled, with Hollywood studio Lionsgate offering "our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola" for an "inexcusable error in our vetting process."

"We screwed up. We are sorry," said a statement.

Lionsgate has since parted company with the marketing consultant behind the trailer, trade outlet Variety said Friday. Meanwhile, Deadline reported that the quotes were generated by AI.

The furore comes at a time when Hollywood is roiled by the encroaching impact of AI. Fears the technology could replace entertainment industry jobs -- from actors to writers -- were central to last summer's devastating strikes.

The trailer episode is just the latest controversy to hit "Megalopolis," an already hugely divisive epic. 
Legendary director Coppola has said he spent $120 million of his own money to make the film, selling a stake in his California vineyard.

But its much-hyped world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival left the industry confounded.&nbsp;Critics' responses ranged from "a true modern masterwork" to a "catastrophe."&nbsp;

Driver stars as a seemingly magical architect whose efforts to rebuild a decaying city into a futuristic utopia are thwarted by its resentful mayor (Giancarlo Esposito). The movie also stars Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf and Dustin Hoffman.

It receives its North American premiere at the Toronto Film Festival next month before being released in US theatres on September 27. The controversy has provoked theories among some Hollywood observers that the entire unseemly debacle could have been staged to provoke headlines.

Lionsgate did not respond to an AFP request for comment. But a source familiar with the marketing plan told AFP the studio did not deliberately fabricate the quotes, and removed the trailer as soon as it became aware of the situation.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

A trailer promoting Francis Ford Coppola's new film "Megalopolis" has been withdrawn after it was found to have incorporated fake movie reviews, reportedly generated by artificial intelligence.

A trailer promoting Francis Ford Coppola's new film "Megalopolis" has been withdrawn after it was found to have incorporated fake movie reviews, reportedly generated by artificial intelligence. Coppola's wildly ambitious, decades-in-the-making movie, which hits theatres next month and stars Adam Driver, has starkly divided critics. A trailer released this week drew parallels to earlier works by the revered Hollywood director that also initially left some professional reviewers cold before going on to become classics -- suggesting "Megalopolis" can do the same. "True genius is often misunderstood," a voiceover began before quotes from famous critics calling "The Godfather" a "sloppily self-indulgent movie" and "Apocalypse Now" a "spectacular failure" were presented on the screen. The problem? None of those quotes were real. Instead, the trailer appears to have used AI-generated imitations of the type of withering put-downs associated with renowned reviewers such as Pauline Kael. In at least one case, a criticism appears to have been lifted from a review of an entirely different film The trailer was quickly recalled, with Hollywood studio Lionsgate offering "our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola" for an "inexcusable error in our vetting process." "We screwed up. We are sorry," said a statement. Lionsgate has since parted company with the marketing consultant behind the trailer, trade outlet Variety said Friday. Meanwhile, Deadline reported that the quotes were generated by AI. The furore comes at a time when Hollywood is roiled by the encroaching impact of AI. Fears the technology could replace entertainment industry jobs -- from actors to writers -- were central to last summer's devastating strikes. The trailer episode is just the latest controversy to hit "Megalopolis," an already hugely divisive epic. Legendary director Coppola has said he spent $120 million of his own money to make the film, selling a stake in his California vineyard. But its much-hyped world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival left the industry confounded. Critics' responses ranged from "a true modern masterwork" to a "catastrophe." Driver stars as a seemingly magical architect whose efforts to rebuild a decaying city into a futuristic utopia are thwarted by its resentful mayor (Giancarlo Esposito). The movie also stars Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf and Dustin Hoffman. It receives its North American premiere at the Toronto Film Festival next month before being released in US theatres on September 27. The controversy has provoked theories among some Hollywood observers that the entire unseemly debacle could have been staged to provoke headlines. Lionsgate did not respond to an AFP request for comment. But a source familiar with the marketing plan told AFP the studio did not deliberately fabricate the quotes, and removed the trailer as soon as it became aware of the situation. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

New Coppola film trailer axed for using fake movie reviews

Lionsgate pulled up its latest trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s epic Megalopolis. The Megalopolis&nbsp;trailer was problematic and raised a lot of doubts about the authenticity of the production.&nbsp;

<h2>Why did Lionsgate pull the trailer down?</h2>

The latest trailer for Megalopolis featured some made-up quotes from critics which ended up looking really bad for the production. In a statement, a Lionsgate spokesperson said, “Lionsgate is immediately recalling our trailer for ‘Megalopolis’. We offer our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola and American Zoetrope for this inexcusable error in our vetting process. We screwed up. &nbsp;We are sorry.”

The trailer opened to severe criticism as it was released on August 21. The filmmakers and the production involved wanted to create a buzz with its latest drop, much like Francis Ford Coppola’s previous works like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.

However, things went wrong when the trailer was bashed online for including several quotes from critics panning Francis Ford Coppola’s previous work. Notably, none of the phrases, attributed to the likes of Roger Ebert and Pauline Kael, could be found in any of their reviews.

You can’t run a trailer or any promotional content by using falsified claims and quotes. While the films mentioned were great and are classics, that still doesn't warrant&nbsp;using made-up quotes, said many on the internet.&nbsp;

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It’s not clear where most of the quotes featured in the trailer came from — with the exception of Roger Ebert’s comment, “a triumph of style over substance,” which was actually pulled from his 1989 review of Batman, and not about Dracula, as indicated in the trailer.

<h2>Megalopolis in trouble again</h2>

This is not the first time that the film has come under fire. Last month, publishers reported that in a video Francis was seen forcibly trying to kiss young female extras on the set of the project, as additional crew members detailed his unprofessional behaviour during production.

Megalopolis will release in the US theatres on September 27.&nbsp;

Lionsgate pulled up its latest trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s epic Megalopolis. The Megalopolis trailer was problematic and raised a lot of doubts about the authenticity of the production.

Lionsgate pulled up its latest trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s epic Megalopolis. The Megalopolis trailer was problematic and raised a lot of doubts about the authenticity of the production. Why did Lionsgate pull the trailer down? The latest trailer for Megalopolis featured some made-up quotes from critics which ended up looking really bad for the production. In a statement, a Lionsgate spokesperson said, “Lionsgate is immediately recalling our trailer for ‘Megalopolis’. We offer our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola and American Zoetrope for this inexcusable error in our vetting process. We screwed up. We are sorry.” The trailer opened to severe criticism as it was released on August 21. The filmmakers and the production involved wanted to create a buzz with its latest drop, much like Francis Ford Coppola’s previous works like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now. However, things went wrong when the trailer was bashed online for including several quotes from critics panning Francis Ford Coppola’s previous work. Notably, none of the phrases, attributed to the likes of Roger Ebert and Pauline Kael, could be found in any of their reviews. You can’t run a trailer or any promotional content by using falsified claims and quotes. While the films mentioned were great and are classics, that still doesn't warrant using made-up quotes, said many on the internet. Also read: Matthew Perry’s bedroom was a ‘disaster’ after his death: ‘Something very bad had happened’ It’s not clear where most of the quotes featured in the trailer came from — with the exception of Roger Ebert’s comment, “a triumph of style over substance,” which was actually pulled from his 1989 review of Batman, and not about Dracula, as indicated in the trailer. Megalopolis in trouble again This is not the first time that the film has come under fire. Last month, publishers reported that in a video Francis was seen forcibly trying to kiss young female extras on the set of the project, as additional crew members detailed his unprofessional behaviour during production. Megalopolis will release in the US theatres on September 27.

Lionsgate apologises for false quotes used in Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis trailer

In July, two videos of director Francis Ford Coppola, 85, abruptly kissing background female actors on the set of Megalopolis emerged online. Clips published by Variety show behind-the-scenes footage of the movie set, capturing Coppola walking onto the dance floor of a club before he holds a female extra and shockingly plants a kiss on her. 
 
A week after the videos were made public, an extra came forward to talk about the&nbsp;kissing scene that involved legendary director Francis Ford Coppola.

Lauren Pagone,&nbsp;one of the side actresses who appeared in the video, came forward to talk&nbsp;about Francis' actions.

Pagone, who has appeared in multiple scenes in Megalopolis, said she was dancing during a live take of the club scene when the director approached and kissed her.&nbsp;

“I was in shock. I didn’t expect him to kiss and hug me like that. I was caught off guard. And I can tell you, he came around a couple times.” &nbsp;

Pagone decided to talk about the matter after another extra,&nbsp;Rayna Menz, seen in one of the two videos, decided to talk about it.

Menz told Deadline that Coppola “did nothing to make me or, for that matter, anyone on set feel uncomfortable.” &nbsp;

However, Pagone didn't appreciate MenZ' sharing a comment on behalf of the entire crew. She said, “I don’t appreciate anybody speaking for me. I would never speak for that actress.”&nbsp;

Pagone adds, “I’ve kept my mouth shut. I’ve kept quiet. But it’s frustrating that she’s putting out there, ‘Hey, it was great for everyone’ when she doesn’t know what other people were feeling. You can’t speak for anyone but yourself. My experience was different.” &nbsp;

Coppola is busy working on his next epic, Megalopolis, a film that has been in the making for over three decades now. In this sci-fi drama, Adam Driver plays the role of Cesar Catilina, a genius artist who wants to build an idealistic city.&nbsp;

The legendary filmmaker has invested $120 million in the movie, which has been dubbed as his most passionate project.

Talking about spending such a massive amount, the director told GQ, “I couldn’t care less about the financial impact whatsoever. It means nothing to me.''

In July, two videos of director Francis Ford Coppola, 85, abruptly kissing background female actors on the set of Megalopolis emerged online. Clips published by Variety show behind-the-scenes footage of the movie set, capturing Coppola walking onto the dance floor of a club before he holds a female extra and shockingly plants a kiss on her.

In July, two videos of director Francis Ford Coppola, 85, abruptly kissing background female actors on the set of Megalopolis emerged online. Clips published by Variety show behind-the-scenes footage of the movie set, capturing Coppola walking onto the dance floor of a club before he holds a female extra and shockingly plants a kiss on her. A week after the videos were made public, an extra came forward to talk about the kissing scene that involved legendary director Francis Ford Coppola. Lauren Pagone, one of the side actresses who appeared in the video, came forward to talk about Francis' actions. Pagone, who has appeared in multiple scenes in Megalopolis, said she was dancing during a live take of the club scene when the director approached and kissed her. “I was in shock. I didn’t expect him to kiss and hug me like that. I was caught off guard. And I can tell you, he came around a couple times.” Pagone decided to talk about the matter after another extra, Rayna Menz, seen in one of the two videos, decided to talk about it. Menz told Deadline that Coppola “did nothing to make me or, for that matter, anyone on set feel uncomfortable.” However, Pagone didn't appreciate MenZ' sharing a comment on behalf of the entire crew. She said, “I don’t appreciate anybody speaking for me. I would never speak for that actress.” Pagone adds, “I’ve kept my mouth shut. I’ve kept quiet. But it’s frustrating that she’s putting out there, ‘Hey, it was great for everyone’ when she doesn’t know what other people were feeling. You can’t speak for anyone but yourself. My experience was different.” Coppola is busy working on his next epic, Megalopolis, a film that has been in the making for over three decades now. In this sci-fi drama, Adam Driver plays the role of Cesar Catilina, a genius artist who wants to build an idealistic city. The legendary filmmaker has invested $120 million in the movie, which has been dubbed as his most passionate project. Talking about spending such a massive amount, the director told GQ, “I couldn’t care less about the financial impact whatsoever. It means nothing to me.''

Extra kissed by Francis Ford Coppola on Megalopolis set speaks out, calls it shocking

Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis debuted at Cannes Film Festival on May 16. The much-awaited film featuring a handsome star cast including Adam Driver, Sydney Sweeney, Nathalie Emmanuel and Aubrey Plaza and others got a 7-minute standing ovation.

Megalopolis is iconic in many ways since the film has been in the making for decades now. The dystopian epic is directed by 85-year-old Francis Ford Coppola. The director bowed as the lights came up in the Grand Theatre Lumiere. He was congratulated by Richard Gere and got a hug from Cannes boss Thierry Fremaux as the ovation carried on.

Speaking to an excited audience, Francis Ford Coppola said, “Thank you all so much — it is impossible to find words how I feel.”&nbsp;

He called the cast of his film as “family” and emphasised on the movie’s end message: “We should pledge allegiance to our families…that children should inherit a beautiful world from us.”

Megalopolis has been in the making for 13 years. But people waited because everyone is familiar with Francis’ commitment to his art. He is the man behind Apocalypse Now and Godfather trilogy. Even before the screening of his film started, the director got a 3-minute-plus standing ovation.

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At Cannes with him, the entire star cast walked the red carpet including stars like Driver, Plaza, Emmanuel, Shia LaBeouf, Giancarlo Esposito, Kathryn Hunter, Laurence Fishburne and Chloe Fineman among others flooding the Palais.

The movie also stars Jon Voight, Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Grace VanderWaal, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney and Dustin Hoffman. Producers are Fred Roos, Barry Hirsch and Michael Bederman. Executive Producers of the film are Anahid Nazarian, Barrie Osborne and Darren Demetre.

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<h2>Cannes Exclusive: Manthan Goes To Cannes</h2>

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Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis debuted at Cannes Film Festival on May 16. The much-awaited film featuring a handsome star cast including Adam Driver, Sydney Sweeney, Nathalie Emmanuel and Aubrey Plaza and others got a 7-minute standing ovation.

Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis debuted at Cannes Film Festival on May 16. The much-awaited film featuring a handsome star cast including Adam Driver, Sydney Sweeney, Nathalie Emmanuel and Aubrey Plaza and others got a 7-minute standing ovation. Megalopolis is iconic in many ways since the film has been in the making for decades now. The dystopian epic is directed by 85-year-old Francis Ford Coppola. The director bowed as the lights came up in the Grand Theatre Lumiere. He was congratulated by Richard Gere and got a hug from Cannes boss Thierry Fremaux as the ovation carried on. Speaking to an excited audience, Francis Ford Coppola said, “Thank you all so much — it is impossible to find words how I feel.” He called the cast of his film as “family” and emphasised on the movie’s end message: “We should pledge allegiance to our families…that children should inherit a beautiful world from us.” Megalopolis has been in the making for 13 years. But people waited because everyone is familiar with Francis’ commitment to his art. He is the man behind Apocalypse Now and Godfather trilogy. Even before the screening of his film started, the director got a 3-minute-plus standing ovation. Also read: Cannes 2024: Queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sparkles on the red carpet in black-white and gold At Cannes with him, the entire star cast walked the red carpet including stars like Driver, Plaza, Emmanuel, Shia LaBeouf, Giancarlo Esposito, Kathryn Hunter, Laurence Fishburne and Chloe Fineman among others flooding the Palais. The movie also stars Jon Voight, Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Grace VanderWaal, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney and Dustin Hoffman. Producers are Fred Roos, Barry Hirsch and Michael Bederman. Executive Producers of the film are Anahid Nazarian, Barrie Osborne and Darren Demetre. Also read: Indian actor Rajpal Yadav makes his debut at Cannes 2024 Cannes Exclusive: Manthan Goes To Cannes

Megalopolis gets 7-minute standing ovation at Cannes Film Festival 2024

It's time for Megalopolis. The film by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has been in the making for over three decades now. On Saturday (May 4), the first teaser of the movie was released, and after watching the short clip from the movie, we can surely say that another classic piece from the director is on the way.&nbsp;

Starring prolific actor Adam Driver, the movie is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this year.&nbsp;

Megalopolis teaser

In the first short clip from the movie, Adam who is an architect is standing on the edge of a high-rise building, as we see him jump-off&nbsp;the building. As Adam leans downwards, he shouts ''time stop,'' apparently testing his special abilities.&nbsp;

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Watch the teaser below:

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More about Megalpolis

In this sci-fi drama, Adam plays the role of Cesar Catilina, a genius artist who wants to build an idealistic city.&nbsp;

As per the movie's description, “Megalopolis is a Roman Epic fable set in an imagined Modern America. The City of New Rome must change, causing conflict between Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver), a genius artist who seeks to leap into a utopian, idealistic future, and his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero (Giancarlo Esposito), who remains committed to a regressive status quo, perpetuating greed, special interests, and partisan warfare. Torn between them is socialite Julia Cicero (Nathalie Emmanuel), the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar has divided her loyalties, forcing her to discover what she truly believes humanity deserves.”

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The film boasts of an impressive cast, including Giancarlo Esposito, Laurence Fishburne, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Jon Voight Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Kathryn Hunter, Grace VanderWaal, Chloe Fineman, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney, and Dustin Hoffman.

This is Francis's most passionate project. The legendary filmmaker has invested $120 million in the movie. Talking about spending such a massive amount, the director told GQ, “I couldn’t care less about the financial impact whatsoever. It means nothing to me.” 
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It's time for Megalopolis. The film by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has been in the making for over three decades now. On Saturday (May 4), the first teaser of the movie was released, and after watching the short clip from the movie, we can surely say that another classic piece from the director is on the way.

It's time for Megalopolis. The film by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has been in the making for over three decades now. On Saturday (May 4), the first teaser of the movie was released, and after watching the short clip from the movie, we can surely say that another classic piece from the director is on the way. Starring prolific actor Adam Driver, the movie is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this year. Megalopolis teaser In the first short clip from the movie, Adam who is an architect is standing on the edge of a high-rise building, as we see him jump-off the building. As Adam leans downwards, he shouts ''time stop,'' apparently testing his special abilities. Kendrick Lamar vs Drake beef explained by Dua Lipa on SNL: Watch Watch the teaser below: More about Megalpolis In this sci-fi drama, Adam plays the role of Cesar Catilina, a genius artist who wants to build an idealistic city. As per the movie's description, “Megalopolis is a Roman Epic fable set in an imagined Modern America. The City of New Rome must change, causing conflict between Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver), a genius artist who seeks to leap into a utopian, idealistic future, and his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero (Giancarlo Esposito), who remains committed to a regressive status quo, perpetuating greed, special interests, and partisan warfare. Torn between them is socialite Julia Cicero (Nathalie Emmanuel), the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar has divided her loyalties, forcing her to discover what she truly believes humanity deserves.” Ed Sheeran, Kendall Jenner and more celebs at F1 Grand Prix in Miami The film boasts of an impressive cast, including Giancarlo Esposito, Laurence Fishburne, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Jon Voight Talia Shire, Jason Schwartzman, Kathryn Hunter, Grace VanderWaal, Chloe Fineman, James Remar, D.B. Sweeney, and Dustin Hoffman. This is Francis's most passionate project. The legendary filmmaker has invested $120 million in the movie. Talking about spending such a massive amount, the director told GQ, “I couldn’t care less about the financial impact whatsoever. It means nothing to me.”

Megalopolis: Teaser, cast, synopsis and everything to know about Francis Ford Coppola’s film

There’s a lot of chatter on Francis Ford Coppola’s upcoming film Megalopolis as makers dropped the first look, which looks anything but average.&nbsp;

He revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that he wrote the script around 300 times before self-financing the passion project for $120 million. He sold a part of his winery estate in Northern California.&nbsp;

<h2>Cast and Plot of&nbsp;Megalopolis</h2>

The film stars Adam Driver and Nathalie Emmanuel in leading roles. The first look from the film has debuted as the lead stars look busy watching something.&nbsp;

Francis Ford Coppola’s film is inspired by HG&nbsp;Wells’s Things to Come. The film is set in a New York City-like metropolis in the aftermath of catastrophic destruction. Adam Driver plays an idealistic architect who wants to rebuild the city into something greater than what it was. Giancarlo Esposito is the city’s corrupt mayor hellbent on keeping things the way they were.

Caught in between the two is the socialist daughter of the mayor who becomes romantically drawn to Adam Driver’s architect. The supporting cast includes Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Talia Shire and Jason Schwartzman.

<h2>What Francis Ford Coppola has to say on the film</h2>

Speaking to Variety, Francis Ford Coppola said, “I wasn’t really working on this screenplay for 40 years as I often see written, but rather I was collecting notes and clippings for a scrapbook of things I found interesting for some future screenplay, or examples of political cartoons or different historical subjects.”

He added, “Ultimately, after a lot of time, I settled on the idea of a Roman epic. And then later, a Roman epic set in modern America, so I really only began writing this script, on and off, in the last dozen years or so. Also, as I have made many films of many different subjects and in many different styles, I hoped for a project later in life when I might better understand what my personal style was.”

Megalopolis wrapped production last year. The film is set for a world premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival which will begin in May.&nbsp;

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There’s a lot of chatter on Francis Ford Coppola’s upcoming film Megalopolis as makers dropped the first look, which looks anything but average. He revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that he wrote the script around 300 times before self-financing the passion project for $120 million.

There’s a lot of chatter on Francis Ford Coppola’s upcoming film Megalopolis as makers dropped the first look, which looks anything but average. He revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that he wrote the script around 300 times before self-financing the passion project for $120 million. He sold a part of his winery estate in Northern California. Cast and Plot of Megalopolis The film stars Adam Driver and Nathalie Emmanuel in leading roles. The first look from the film has debuted as the lead stars look busy watching something. Francis Ford Coppola’s film is inspired by HG Wells’s Things to Come. The film is set in a New York City-like metropolis in the aftermath of catastrophic destruction. Adam Driver plays an idealistic architect who wants to rebuild the city into something greater than what it was. Giancarlo Esposito is the city’s corrupt mayor hellbent on keeping things the way they were. Caught in between the two is the socialist daughter of the mayor who becomes romantically drawn to Adam Driver’s architect. The supporting cast includes Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Talia Shire and Jason Schwartzman. What Francis Ford Coppola has to say on the film Speaking to Variety, Francis Ford Coppola said, “I wasn’t really working on this screenplay for 40 years as I often see written, but rather I was collecting notes and clippings for a scrapbook of things I found interesting for some future screenplay, or examples of political cartoons or different historical subjects.” He added, “Ultimately, after a lot of time, I settled on the idea of a Roman epic. And then later, a Roman epic set in modern America, so I really only began writing this script, on and off, in the last dozen years or so. Also, as I have made many films of many different subjects and in many different styles, I hoped for a project later in life when I might better understand what my personal style was.” Megalopolis wrapped production last year. The film is set for a world premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival which will begin in May. Also read: Billy Joel sings Uptown Girl to ex wife Christie Brinkley three decades after divorce

Megalopolis first look: Francis Ford Coppola reveals he 'must’ve rewritten it 300 times’

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