Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Divides Critics and Audiences

The long-awaited film, marked by controversy and a $136 million budget, struggles to find coherence and box office success.

The film stars Adam Driver as a visionary architect in a futuristic New York, grappling with themes of power and utopia.
Megalopolis has been criticized for its chaotic narrative and heavy-handed satire, featuring an ensemble cast including Shia LaBeouf and Aubrey Plaza.
Controversy surrounds its production, with allegations of inappropriate behavior by Coppola and the casting of 'canceled' actors.
Despite decades in the making and self-financing by Coppola, the film grossed only $4 million in its opening weekend.
Critics have described the film as a 'glorious mess' and a 'legendary piece of garbage,' with polarized opinions on its artistic merit.