Megalopolis Trailer Used Fake Review Quotes to Blast Dead Critics

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As a seasoned gamer and cinephile with a deep appreciation for cinema history, I must say that the recent trailer for Megalopolis has left me quite intrigued, if not a little puzzled. The use of derisive quotes from famous critics about Francis Ford Coppola’s past work is an unusual promotional strategy.

In the newest teaser for “Megalopolis,” directed by Francis Ford Coppola, some critical remarks about his previous projects were showcased. However, upon closer examination, it was discovered that many of these criticisms were fabricated or taken out of context.

What did the Megalopolis trailer fake review quotes say?

At the beginning of the Megalopolis trailer, we find an introduction that features reviews dating back to the 1970s and 1980s. Notable film critics such as Roger Ebert, Pauline Kael, and Andrew Sarris are cited for their criticism of Francis Ford Coppola’s films like The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Upon further exploration, I found myself uncovering the truth that many of these attributed quotes weren’t authentic at all. Fans like me, swiftly discerned this fact on social media platforms.

It’s been clarified that several individuals have noted Pauline Kael’s famous statement about The Godfather, which supposedly criticized it for being “diminished by its artsiness,” was never truly said. Instead, her genuine review of the film was filled with praise. Similarly, a criticism attributed to the late Andrew Sarris in the movie’s trailer has been questioned, as no such quote has been located.

Enhancing the intrigue and perplexity of this tale, another user discovered the root of a quote that was initially credited as Roger Ebert’s response to Dracula. Yet, surprisingly, the statement wasn’t related to Coppola at all, but instead pertained to the 1989 movie Batman. Interestingly, Ebert’s authentic review of Dracula had praised the film. Similarly, attempts to trace quotes from Rex Reed were unsuccessful as reported by Vulture.

In the United States, the movie “Megalopolis” is scheduled for release in cinemas on September 27, 2024, by Lionsgate Productions.

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2024-08-21 23:10