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Megadoc Hits Theaters With Candid Footage of Coppola–LaBeouf Clash

The fly-on-the-wall film reframes Coppola’s self-financed gamble by revealing process turmoil, omitting unverified claims.

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A still image from the film Megalopolis.

Overview

  • Utopia released Mike Figgis’ 107-minute behind-the-scenes documentary in U.S. theaters on Friday.
  • A newly shared clip shows Shia LaBeouf attempting to restage a moment with Jon Voight before Francis Ford Coppola rebukes the move on camera.
  • Figgis filmed with expansive access throughout the shoot, documenting delays from Coppola’s improvisational methods and friction that included a visual-effects team being let go.
  • The film excludes reported misconduct accusations against Coppola because Figgis says he had no footage to substantiate them.
  • Context: Coppola funded Megalopolis at roughly $120–136 million and it earned about $14.4 million worldwide, with Megadoc featuring interviews with Aubrey Plaza and LaBeouf while lead actor Adam Driver does not participate.