First Look at Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis” – A Passion Project with High Expectations

Francis Ford Coppola’s highly anticipated film “Megalopolis” is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 17, and the first look image has just been released, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect.

The image features Adam Driver’s architect character and his lover, played by Nathalie Emmanuel, towering over the metropolis in the background. Coppola self-funded the passion project, selling off a big chunk of his winery and investing $120 million to bring his vision to life.

Describing Driver’s character as having the “power to stop time,” and Emmanuel’s character caught between love and loyalty, Coppola’s “Megalopolis” promises to be a thought-provoking and visually stunning film.

Inspired by classic films like H.G. Wells’s “Things to Come,” Coppola has poured his heart and soul into this project, drawing influence from a long list of literary and cinematic greats. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf, Dustin Hoffman, and more.

With no U.S. distribution secured yet, “Megalopolis” has already generated buzz among potential buyers like Amazon and Apple. As fans eagerly await its premiere, it’s clear that Coppola’s latest creation is shaping up to be a cinematic masterpiece that will leave a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.