The Path to Paradise

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Sam Wasson’s engaging narrative chronicles the remarkable career of Academy Award–winning director Francis Ford Coppola, focusing on his ambitious vision to transform American filmmaking through his production company, American Zoetrope. Founded in San Francisco before Coppola’s monumental success at just thirty, Zoetrope represented his dream of a communal, experimental approach to moviemaking. Despite numerous challenges over fifty years, Coppola's vision endures, particularly through his long-awaited film, Megalopolis, which embodies his utopian ideals. Wasson highlights the intertwined lives of Coppola, his wife Eleanor, and their children, revealing how personal experiences shape artistic endeavors. The narrative also contrasts Coppola's journey with that of his cofounder and former apprentice, George Lucas, showcasing their differing perspectives on art and commerce. Central to this tale is the making of the legendary Apocalypse Now, capturing Coppola's intense experiences in the Philippine jungles. This story, rich with passion and ambition, has remained largely untold until now, offering a profound look at the complexities of creativity and the pursuit of dreams in cinema.