The Francis Ford Coppola Hall of Fame and ‘Megalopolis’
The Big Picture
Exploring Coppola's 'Megalopolis': Ambition and Disconnection
This chapter analyzes the complex narrative and thematic elements of Coppola's film 'Megalopolis,' set in a decaying metropolis. It discusses the portrayal of characters like Caesar Catalina and Mayor Franklin Cicero, while also examining the film’s ambitious exploration of communication and societal ideals. The speakers convey their mixed feelings about the film's coherence and immersive quality, reflecting on its disjointed pacing compared to Coppola's classic works.
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