Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
➱ STORYLINE:
"Megalopolis" is set in a futuristic version of New York City, where a brilliant architect, bent on reconstructing society, embarks on an ambitious plan to create a utopia. As the world grapples with political and economic collapse, the film explores the tension between idealism and realism, between those who seek to build a new world and those determined to preserve the old one. It’s a film about the fragility of civilization, the power of vision, and the ultimate question of whether humanity can ever achieve true harmony. With sweeping cityscapes, visionary architecture, and a plot that intertwines personal struggles with grand societal shifts, "Megalopolis" is a thought-provoking epic that questions what kind of future is possible.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
"Megalopolis" is an audacious and visually stunning film, crafted by acclaimed director Francis Ford Coppola. The movie's blend of futuristic sci-fi elements and philosophical drama is both immersive and intellectually stimulating. Adam Driver delivers a commanding performance as the visionary architect, while the supporting cast adds depth to the sprawling narrative. The cinematography is exceptional, capturing both the scale and intimacy of a world on the brink of transformation. Coppola's direction is bold, pushing the boundaries of storytelling with a narrative that is as ambitious as the cityscape it portrays. While the film's length might be challenging for some viewers, "Megalopolis" is a cinematic achievement destined to leave a lasting impact.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: Francis Ford Coppola
Writers: Francis Ford Coppola
Starring:
- Adam Driver as Cesar Catilina
- Aubrey Plaza as Wow Platinum
- Giancarlo Esposito as Mayor Cicero
- Lawrence Fishburne as Fundi Romaine
- Shia LaBeouf as Clodio Pulcher
- Nathalie Emmanuel as Hamilton Crassus III
- Jon Voight as Hamilton Crassus III
- Dustin Hoffman as Nush 'The Fixer' Berman
Produced by: Francis Ford Coppola
Production Companies: American Zoetrope
Cinematography: Mihai Malaimare Jr.
Edited by:
- Cam McLauchlin
- Glen Scantlebury
Music by: - Osvaldo Golijov
Distributed by: Lionsgate
Release date: September 27, 2024
Run Time: 138 minutes
Country: United States
Languages: English
Budget: $120-$126 million
Box office: - $7.1 million (as of 10/01/2024)
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➱ PARENTAL GUIDANCE:
Sexual Content - Moderate
Violence & Bloodshed - Moderate
Offensive Language - Moderate
Substance Use - Moderate
Disturbing & Intense Scenes - Mild
➱ TRIVIA
- Francis Ford Coppola has been working on the concept of "Megalopolis" for over two decades, with the film being his passion project. It marks his return to big-budget filmmaking after several years.
- Francis Ford Coppola financed the entire $120 million film out of his own pocket. He had done the same with Apocalypse Now (1979) and One from the Heart: Reprise (1981), and the failure of the latter made him declare bankruptcy. All his subsequent films up to The Rainmaker (1997) were made to pay off his debts.
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