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entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Megalopolis: Coppola's $120M Project Continues to Make Waves

Francis Ford Coppola's long-anticipated film Megalopolis, a costly flop grossing only $14m against a $120m budget, has struggled to find a wide audience and remains elusive in streaming and home video formats. Coppola is promoting the film through a limited theatrical re-screening and a documentary, aiming to cultivate a cult following and challenge the disposable nature of modern streaming culture. Despite its commercial failure, Coppola's efforts highlight a desire to preserve and celebrate unique cinematic experiences.

via The Guardian|

#cult-movie #entertainment #film-distribution

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Sells Luxury Watches to Cover Financial Losses

Francis Ford Coppola, facing financial difficulties after the underperforming film Megalopolis, is auctioning a unique, expensive watch he designed to raise funds, exemplifying his lifelong willingness to invest in artistic ventures regardless of financial return.

via The Guardian|

#artistic-investment #entertainment #fp-journe-ffc

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Auctions $1 Million Watch Amid 'Megalopolis' Failure

Francis Ford Coppola is auctioning a $1 million custom watch from his film 'Megalopolis,' which was a box office failure, in an effort to recover some costs. The collection includes rare and valuable timepieces, with the standout being a limited-edition F.P. Journe prototype. Coppola's recent projects and health updates are also mentioned.

via NME|

#auction #entertainment #film-failure

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Sells $1 Million Watch to Recover from 'Megalopolis' Losses

Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola is selling seven luxury watches, including a rare F.P. Journe prototype, at a December auction to recover from the financial losses of his film Megalopolis, which grossed only $14.4 million against a $120 million budget.

via Consequence of Sound|

#entertainment #financial-recovery #francis-ford-coppola

entertainment4 months ago•2 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Sells $1 Million Watches After 'Megalopolis' Failure

Director Francis Ford Coppola is auctioning seven luxury watches, including a custom F.P. Journe prototype valued over $1 million, to offset losses from his film 'Megalopolis.' The auction, scheduled for December by Phillips, also features watches from Patek Philippe, Blancpain, and IWC, and is part of Coppola's effort to fund his filmmaking projects after a costly box office failure.

via Los Angeles Times|

#entertainment #fp-journe #francis-ford-coppola

lifestyle4 months ago•7 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Auctions $1 Million Watch Amid Financial Struggles

Francis Ford Coppola is selling a one-of-a-kind $1 million F.P. Journe watch, created as a passion project and inspired by his film 'Megalopolis,' to help recoup some of his significant financial losses from the film. The watch, supported by the watchmaker, will be auctioned in December alongside other luxury timepieces, reflecting Coppola's love for history and craftsmanship.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#fp-journe #francis-ford-coppola #lifestyle

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Sells $1 Million Watch Amid Financial Struggles

Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola is selling a $1 million Swiss watch from his collection to raise funds after his latest film, 'Megalopolis,' flopped financially, revealing his financial difficulties.

via MLive.com|

#auction #film-flop #financial-struggles

entertainment6 months ago•4 min saved

'Megadoc': An Insightful Look into Coppola’s 'Megalopolis' Production

A documentary titled 'Megadoc,' directed by Mike Figgis, offers an inside look at the tumultuous filming of Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis,' highlighting on-set conflicts, creative struggles, and Coppola's leadership challenges during the production of his ambitious, decades-in-the-making project.

via The New York Times|

#documentary #entertainment #film-production-chaos

movies6 months ago•6 min saved

‘Megadoc’ Unveils the Making and Challenges of Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’

The documentary 'Megadoc' offers an inside look at the chaotic and ambitious $120-million film 'Megalopolis' directed by Francis Ford Coppola, highlighting his relentless pursuit of creativity amidst production turmoil, with standout moments involving Coppola and Shia LaBeouf.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#behind-the-scenes #chaotic-production #francis-ford-coppola

entertainment6 months ago•0 min saved

Coppola Celebrates Herzog's Limitless Creativity at Venice Film Festival

At the Venice Film Festival, Francis Ford Coppola honored Werner Herzog, praising his limitless creativity, as Herzog received an honorary Golden Lion for his contributions to cinema, highlighting their long-standing friendship and Herzog's ongoing filmmaking achievements.

via IndieWire|

#entertainment #film-festival #francis-ford-coppola

entertainment6 months ago•16 min saved

Studiocanal Acquires 'Megadoc': The Inside Story of Coppola's 'Megalopolis'

Mike Figgis's documentary 'Megadoc' offers an intimate, immediate look at Francis Ford Coppola's ambitious and chaotic $140 million film 'Megalopolis,' highlighting his risk-taking, creative struggles, and the process of filmmaking at an advanced age, emphasizing his relentless pursuit of experimental cinema.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#documentary #entertainment #film-production

entertainment6 months ago•1 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola, 86, Hospitalized in Rome for Heart Procedure

Francis Ford Coppola, the renowned filmmaker, was hospitalized in Rome for a scheduled heart operation after experiencing a mild arrhythmia. The 86-year-old director, known for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has been active in Italy, attending film festivals and scouting locations for new projects. Despite mixed reviews for his recent film Megalopolis, Coppola remains passionate about his work and life pursuits.

via The Guardian|

#entertainment #francis-ford-coppola #heart-issues

entertainment6 months ago•2 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Hospitalized in Italy for Scheduled Procedure

Francis Ford Coppola was hospitalized in Italy due to atrial fibrillation but is now reported to be well after a scheduled medical update with his long-time doctor, and he was in Italy to present a film and scout locations for his next project.

via Rolling Stone|

#atrial-fibrillation #entertainment #francis-ford-coppola

entertainment6 months ago•2 min saved

Francis Ford Coppola Undergoes Heart Surgery in Italy

Renowned filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, 86, was hospitalized in Rome for a scheduled heart procedure with Dr. Andrea Natale and is currently resting. He recently completed a U.S. tour supporting his film 'Megalopolis' and was in Italy working on a new project focused on Calabria's positive aspects, distancing from mafia themes.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#entertainment #francis-ford-coppola #heart-procedure

music1 year ago•2 min saved

Biden, Harris, and Pelosi Celebrate Music at Kennedy Center Honors Amid Political Tensions

President Joe Biden celebrated the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, and Francis Ford Coppola at the 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors. The event included a White House reception where Biden praised the Grateful Dead's impact on American music and culture. The ceremony featured performances by artists like Dave Matthews and Maggie Rogers, honoring the Grateful Dead's legacy. Other honorees included jazz musician Arturo Sandoval and New York's Apollo Theater, with tributes from notable figures such as Robert DeNiro and Martin Scorsese.

via Rolling Stone|

#bonnie-raitt #francis-ford-coppola #grateful-dead