Frankus Ford Coppola, aged 85, is embarking on a promotional stint for his latest film “Megalopolis.” Despite the film’s somewhat disappointing US box office intake, Coppola is encouraged by the international response so far. He’s confident that the film will divide audiences, much like Apocalypse Now, and become an enduring topic of discussion among film enthusiasts.
Coppola’s experience with filming “Megalopolis” was largely positive despite a few negative stories. He’s determined to dig deeper to uncover who were behind these attempts to sabotaging him. Coppola believes that his film expresses a utopian vision when it comes to decision making, which is relevant particularly with Donald Trump set to re-enter the White House.
Coppola weighed in on the current skepticism surrounding vaccines, drawing a personal connection to his youthful experience with polio. He recalled the night a fever struck him, when he was hospitalized alongside others afflicted with the disease and saw children in iron lung machines. Coppola discussed how his father’s resolve to seek alternative treatment – the Sister Kenny method from Australia – helped him rebuild his strength and regain limited mobility.
Coppola praised the work of sisters Elizabeth Kenny and Drs. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin, pointing out that they donated patents for their vaccines to ensure public access. He vehemently opposes the idea that vaccines could be reversed any time soon.
As preparations for the New Year celebration begin, Coppola views “Megalopolis” as a catalyst to spark discussions about making sense of the world and implementing positive change. His message is clear: vaccines make a difference, and in his words, “Use our profound genius to create a better world for children.”