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Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Set to Premiere at Cannes Amid High Expectations

The self-financed sci-fi epic, featuring Adam Driver, has generated buzz with its ambitious scope and star-studded cast.

  • Francis Ford Coppola's latest film, 'Megalopolis', is a sci-fi epic that explores the rebuilding of a dystopian New York.
  • The movie, self-financed by Coppola for $120 million, features a diverse cast including Adam Driver and Nathalie Emmanuel.
  • Coppola has rewritten the script approximately 300 times, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources including ancient Rome and modern New York events.
  • The film will be on sale at the Cannes market, with Coppola hopeful for a wide theatrical release, particularly in IMAX theaters.
  • Coppola aims for 'Megalopolis' to become a New Year's Eve perennial favorite, sparking discussions about societal alternatives.
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