In a highly anticipated move, legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has unveiled the first teaser for his ambitious sci-fi drama “Megalopolis,” starring Adam Driver as an architect seeking to rebuild New York City as a utopia after a devastating disaster.
The film, which Coppola has been dreaming of making since the 1980s, is said to be inspired by a mix of the September 11 attacks, ancient Roman history, and the influence of cable news. Driver's character, Cesar, has the power to stop time, as seen in the teaser.
Coppola, now 85 years old, has self-financed the $120 million budget for the project, selling off part of his winery estate in Northern California to make the long-gestating film. “Megalopolis” is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival later this month.
What intriguing details about the plot and production of “Megalopolis” can you glean from the first look teaser and Coppola's own comments? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
