Megalopolis, the much-anticipated film by Francis Ford Coppola, falls short of its grand ambitions, leaving me deeply disappointed. Scoring the film 3 out of 10, it’s clear that despite its visionary aspirations, the disjointed storytelling and overwhelming reliance on visual gimmicks hurt the overall experience. At times, it felt more like a fever dream than a coherent narrative, not in a good way.
The story centered around an architect’s dream of building a utopian city after a disaster, seemed intriguing on the surface. However, its execution is where the film falters. Characters like Cesar, played by Adam Driver, have compelling elements, such as the ability to stop time. Still, these concepts are never fleshed out enough to be meaningful. The plot jumps from one idea to the next without giving any real depth or development to the characters or their motivations, which left me feeling disengaged.
Moreover, the performances felt inconsistent. While Nathalie Emmanuel managed to shine in moments, others like Aubrey Plaza and Shia LaBeouf seemed out of place, often delivering performances that felt more awkward than captivating. Even the visual spectacle couldn’t save Megalopolis from its convoluted script and lackluster pacing, making it a slog to get through. The film aims to say something profound but gets so bogged down in its own self-importance that it misses the mark entirely.
Ultimately, this film isn’t even worth streaming for free. Despite its ambition, Megalopolis feels more like an experiment gone wrong than a polished cinematic experience. If you’re hoping for something engaging, I’d suggest skipping this one.
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