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The upcoming film Megalopolis is directed by Francis Ford Coppola, a renowned producer, writer, and director. The film is set in a futuristic version of New York City, and combines drama with science fiction.
The trailer for Megalopolis was released on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. In the trailer, certain quotes were used, which were supposedly by reliable media and critics who had reviewed Coppola's previous films.
However, these remarks were revealed to be fake and have reportedly been created using artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, with an aim to produce favorable ratings.
About the fake AI quotes in Megalopolis trailer
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Quotes from what seemed to be by credible critics and media, had been used in the Megalopolis trailer, which has now been recalled. The quotes, which were mostly negative criticism, were actually fake and received a lot of criticism from fans and media.
In a quick response to this criticism, Lionsgate canceled the marketing consultant's contract, who was reportedly responsible for the mistake. The studio assured the audience that the consultant alone decided to utilize fictitious AI-generated comments, without consulting the wider marketing team or the filmmakers.
The film industry has been discussing ethical standards in marketing and about the potential exploitation of AI technology, since this occurrence. This has brought attention to the need for clearer criteria to ensure authenticity and honesty in promotional efforts.
Francis Ford Coppola returns with Megalopolis
Megalopolis marks the big screen comeback of renowned director Francis Ford Coppola. He is known for iconic films like Apocalypse Now and The Godfather trilogy. Coppola is renowned for his innovative filmmaking and creative narrative.
Set in a futuristic New York City, Megalopolis explores the problems of utopia and urban development by fusing science fiction with dramatic themes. There has been a lot of excitement surrounding Coppola's return to filmmaking, with both reviewers and fans waiting for the film to release.
About Megalopolis
The Megalopolis teaser was unveiled and had captured the interest of both critics and movie buffs. It highlighted the film's special effects and hinted at the intricate, multi-layered plots.
The film's synopsis reads,
"A conflict between Cesar, a genius artist who seeks to leap into a utopian, idealistic future, and his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero, who remains committed to a regressive status quo, perpetuating greed, special interests, and partisan warfare."
Megalopolis boasts of a fantastic ensemble cast that includes both well-known actors and upcoming artists. Adam Driver, well-known for his roles in Marriage Story and the Star Wars sequel trilogy, is set to lead the cast, as he steps into the role of Cesar Catilina. Nathalie Emmanuel, well-known for her parts in the Fast & Furious and Game of Thrones franchises, joins him, as Julia Cicero.
Veteran actor Forest Whitaker, who won praise for his roles in Black Panther and The Last King of Scotland, is also a member of the cast. Aubrey Plaza, Jon Voight, Shia LaBeouf, Dustin Hoffman, Chloe Fineman and Laurence Fishburne are among the other well-known actors in the promising cast.
Amid all the controversy surrounding the film, fans await its release, hoping for a visual and cinematic treat.
Stay tuned for more updates regarding upcoming movies.
