As a gamer with a deep appreciation for both the digital and cinematic worlds, I must admit that the news about StudioCanal acquiring rights to Francis Ford Coppola’s latest masterpiece, Megalopolis, has sent my excitement levels soaring! Growing up, Apocalypse Now was one of those films that truly ignited my passion for storytelling and cinematography.
StudioCanal has taken on the rights for “Megalopolis,” acquiring television and streaming privileges across Europe for Francis Ford Coppola’s newest grand production in the region.
This seven-year contract grants StudioCanal control over television and streaming rights for regions excluding Spain, Russia (with a few exceptions), and France’s pay-one window. Notably, StudioCanal has been involved in Coppola’s business ventures previously. Their collection boasts iconic films from the 85-year-old director, such as Apocalypse Now, One from the Heart, and The Conversation.
This year, the film titled “Megalopolis” made its debut in competition at Cannes and sparked debate among viewers due to its expansive narrative and artistic decisions. The sci-fi drama with fantasy elements features Adam Driver portraying Cesar Catilina, a visionary architect who aims to revitalize a struggling New York City by constructing a utopian future while uprooting the current ruling class. In addition to Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, and Shia LaBeouf also appear in this production. Coppola has referred to it as an epic retelling of the Roman Empire, set in a future version of the United States.
The release of the movie “Megalopolis” in theaters has fallen short of expectations, as the $120 million sci-fi fantasy drama has only managed to gross approximately $8 million domestically and around $15 million worldwide so far. However, StudioCanal is taking a patient approach, hoping that critics and audiences will reevaluate their opinions of the film, which features Adam Driver. The studio has previously achieved success with its remastered versions of Coppola titles like “Apocalypse Now” and “The Conversation,” both of which were restored under Coppola’s guidance in collaboration with StudioCanal and American Zoetrope.
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2024-10-25 12:24