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Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Set for Cannes Premiere Amidst Distribution Challenges

The film, self-funded by Coppola, faces skepticism but secures a coveted spot at the Cannes Film Festival.

  • Francis Ford Coppola invested $120 million of his own funds to produce 'Megalopolis', an epic he has envisioned for decades.
  • Despite facing production challenges and skepticism, 'Megalopolis' will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024.
  • The film has struggled to secure a distribution deal, with industry insiders questioning its commercial viability.
  • Coppola's bold casting choices and refusal to conform to Hollywood norms have sparked both support and criticism.
  • The film's themes of future visions and societal challenges resonate with current global issues.
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