"Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' Takes Cannes by Storm"
Thierry Frémaux, head of the Cannes Film Festival, expressed his delight at the selection of Francis Ford Coppola’s "Megalopolis" for the festival's 77th edition, highlighting Coppola's close ties to Cannes and his determination to compete. Coppola, who had been editing the film for a year, ultimately chose Cannes over Venice, marking his return to Competition after 45 years. Frémaux revealed Coppola's strong connection to France and Cannes, emphasizing the director's desire to showcase his film and compete for a potential third Palme d’Or.