“Definitely one of the ways to promote a movie.”

Almost 50 years later,Megalopolisis finally here.

However, it’s a project that has been coming for a very, very long time.

Adam Driver holding a small telescope, standing on a rooftop with Nathalie Emmanuel in the background, looking over a city skyline at sunset

It takes place in a crumbling metropolis called New Rome.

Giancarlo Espositois Mayor Franklyn Cicero, Cesar’s nemesis and the corrupt mayor of New Rome.

Nathalie Emmanuel is Julia Cicero, Mayor Franklyn’s aristocratic daughter, and Cesar’s love interest.

Francis Ford Coppola, in formal attire with a bow tie, waves while holding a microphone at a red carpet event

Aubrey Plaza is Wow Platinum, a TV news personality who is in love with Cesar.

Shia LaBeoufis Clodio Pulcher, Cesar’s cousin who is also in love with Julia.

For instance, key crew members were replaced mid-production, and Coppola was accused of problematic on-set behavior.

Adam Driver is holding an illuminated sword-like object in a dimly lit room with modern furnishings, giving an intense look

In a video obtained byVariety, the director is shown engaging in unprofessional behavior toward crew members.

Definitely one of the ways to promote a movie.

Respect the king right there, no one does it like him!"

Man in a hat exits a black car with two security guards nearby

Megalopoliswill arrive in theaters on Sept. 27, 2024.

Nathalie Emmanuel as Maya in a dramatic scene looking concerned, wearing a simple, elegant outfit with curly hair pulled back

Aubrey Plaza in a scene from a movie, wearing a hooded garment with gold accents, inside an ornate building lobby

Shia LaBeouf in character, seated in an ornate chair, looking intently to the side within a dimly lit, vintage-styled room, likely from a movie scene

From left to right, Jon Voight, Talia Shire, Laurence Fishburne, and Dustin Hoffman in character for a TV or movie scene

Ancient Roman Senate scene depicting senators in togas debating and discussing, with soldiers present. The image illustrates a historical political gathering

Crowd outside a theater under a marquee that reads, "Francis Ford Coppola Film - A Work in Progress - Preview 8:00 PM."

Paul Bartel, Francis Ford Coppola, and Laurie Metcalf seated in what appears to be a casual setting. Paul wears a red shirt and holds a pipe; Francis wears a light shirt

Movie poster for "Megalopolis" shows a person standing in the center holding an object with a glowing background. Ratings and summary text mention a conflict in a utopian future

Three quotes about movies: "The Godfather" - "A sloppy self-indulgent movie." "Apocalypse Now" - "A spectacular failure." "Bram Stoker's Dracula" - "A beautiful mess."

Social media comment by @Bjork4s: Francis Ford Coppola does all the marketing himself. He made the best trailer despite bad reviews of past movies. Respect for his unique approach

Instagram comment by catarinamcmrg: "starting your trailer with bad reviews from your previous masterpieces… a goat." The comment has 606 likes and was posted 7 hours ago

Instagram comment by user marco_menegon_mm: "The middle finger to the critics is one of the most refreshing and satisfying things I've seen for a while." (340 likes)

Adam Driver in scenes from Francis Ford Coppola's film "Megalopolis"; close-up with red and green light; title graphic "Megalopolis"