Francis Ford Coppola

This book provides a detailed account of Francis Ford Coppola's life and career, covering his early years, his apprenticeship under Roger Corman, and his direction of iconic films such as the Godfather trilogy, Apocalypse Now, and The Conversation.

It explores his successes and failures, including the challenges faced during the filming of Apocalypse Now and the impact of personal crises on his work.

The biography is based on extensive access to Coppola's friends, critics, peers, casts, and crews, offering a complete picture of this complex and conflicted cinematic genius.