Francis Ford Coppola
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To Make 'The Godfather' His Way, Francis Ford Coppola Waged A Studio Battle
Coppola was 29 years old when he signed on to direct a film. "I was young and had no power," he said in 2016, "so [the studio] figured they could just boss me around." But Coppola fought back.
A Look Back At 'The Godfather,' With Mario Puzo And Francis Ford Coppola
Fresh Air marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of Puzo's novel by listening back to our '96 interview with Puzo, and our '16 interview with Coppola, who adapted the novel into the film.
To Make 'The Godfather' His Way, Francis Ford Coppola Waged A Studio Battle
Coppola was 29 years old when he signed on to direct a film. "I was young and had no power," he says, "so [the studio] figured they could just boss me around." Originally broadcast Nov. 16, 2016.
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Eleanor Coppola
Eleanor Coppola is the wife of Francis Ford Coppola. She filmed a behind-the scenes documentary about the making of Apocalypse Now. It called Hearts of Darkness.
Eleanor Coppola's Documentary about the Making of "Apocalypse Now."
Eleanor Coppola filmed a documentary called "Hearts of Darkeness." It's a behind-the-scenes view of the making of "Apocalypse Now." Coppola is the wife of director Frances Ford Coppola. (REBROADCAST. Originally aired 1/24/92) "Apocalypse Now," has just come out on video; "Hearts of Darkness," will be released on home video next week.
Eleanor Coppola's Documentary about the Making of "Apocalypse Now."
Eleanor Coppola filmed a documentary called "Hearts of Darkness." It's a behind-the-scenes view of the making of Apocalypse Now. Coppola is the wife of director Frances Ford Coppola.