Francis Ford Coppola hasn’t had an enormous industrial film in a very long time. Most individuals most likely do not even keep in mind he directed the 1996 Robin Williams-starring flop, “Jack,” and the filmmaker has stored a decrease profile in latest many years. “Megalopolis” was meant to be a return to kind, however these allegations might upend distribution plans for the film, lest audiences do not need to assist a person accused of inappropriately kissing and hugging ladies. There’s additionally the disheartening matter of Coppola being a staunch supporter of convicted baby molester Victor Salva, who served 15 months in jail for his crimes.
The conviction occurred in 1988, but Coppola served as an govt producer on 2001’s “Jeepers Creepers,” a movie Salva directed. After which there are the a number of problematic actors solid in “Megalopolis.” Shia LaBeouf is within the film, even after he is completed many horrible issues followers cannot neglect, corresponding to being accused of perpetrating bodily and emotional abuse towards FKA Twigs. “Megalopolis” additionally stars Dustin Hoffman, whom a number of ladies have accused of sexual harassment and assault.
It is attainable “Megalopolis” could also be too controversial for a mainstream U.S. distributor to present it a mass launch, not to mention attempt to place it on the awards circuit. That is even assuming the film is sweet to start with, which … who is aware of at this level. However with a lot going in opposition to it, it is attainable Coppola’s potential last movie will finish his profession not with a bang however a whimper.
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