Francis Ford Coppola presents his new film «Megapolis» at Cannes Film Festival
At the recent Cannes Film Festival, legendary director Francis Ford Coppola showcased his latest creation — a 140-minute science fiction film titled «Megapolis». The audience’s reaction to the movie was a mix of boos and applause, as reported by UNN, Le Point, and The Guardian.
Diverse responses to «Megapolis»
«Megapolis», which Coppola regards as his legacy, made its debut on May 16 and quickly became a hot topic during the festival’s first week. This 26th film by the renowned director of «The Godfather» and «Apocalypse Now» captivated attention for its unconventional and bold style, eliciting varied reactions among critics and viewers.
Pulitzer Prize winner Justin Chang praised «Megapolis» as «funny, complex, and touching in its absurdity». Reviews ranged from «the craziest thing I’ve ever seen» to «super bloated and super boring», as highlighted in The Guardian. Critics’ ratings ranged from the lowest to the highest extremes.
Some critics expressed disappointment, labeling the film as «endlessly ugly, including dated special effects reminiscent of the 70s». However, The New York Magazine likened the movie to «the feverish thoughts of a precociously developed child, captivated by the world’s possibilities».
Despite mixed reviews, journalists from Libération were «stunned» by the film, referring to it as «an unparalleled and enigmatic retro-futuristic fable with genuine charm».
