Francis Ford Coppola and ‘Megalopolis’: What to Know

Published On Sep 27, 2024, 5:02 AM

Francis Ford Coppola's long-anticipated film "Megalopolis" is set to release amidst reports of an arduous production process, including allegations of misconduct and concerns regarding its financial viability. The film, addressing the tension between art and greed, stems from ideas conceived by Coppola in the 1970s. The movie has a hefty $120 million budget and is expected to face skepticism due to the tumultuous history of its production, which echoes prior struggles Coppola faced with films like "Apocalypse Now."

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Due to the controversies and uncertain commercial prospects surrounding 'Megalopolis', it may struggle at the box office leading to a potential drop in Lionsgate's stock value.

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The controversies surrounding the new epic include accusations of on-set problems, a pulled trailer and more.

Mr. Coppola has spent $120 million on his new movie, “Megalopolis.” Most box office analysts predict that he’ll get far less in return.