I think the most striking thing about this interview is when he talks about the opening night of The Godfather. That right there sums up the reason for Coppola's success, and anyone equally successful. He wasn't out partying, celebrating his film, he had his fingers on the typewriter and was trying to crank out the next one. Love this guy, one of my favorites and really a good inspiration for any filmmaker out there.

Theres somthg comforting to know these famous people also had a tough time in school;it makes the pain of the memories almost bearable....I am not alone.

I met FFCoppola / in NYC 1973 while he was on set for Godfather II. It was a magical time, of 2, or 3 weeks. I got to see the preset / and the run thru’s - it was all very exciting. Mr. Coppola was so kind & generous with me, he offered me a part in the film, which I declined. I was more interested in watching the tech /side of how the movie is made ~ than to be an actress. I had so much fun hanging out on the set, which was for the Little Italy street scenes, as well as the big feast scene. I made some nice friends with the younger actors, I met Robert Di Niro, he was not in a mood to be friends. 🤨 ( nah, it’s ok, he was busy studying his scenes ) ~ It was an unforgettable time.. when the cameras were going, and everybody was acting, it felt like I was really there, Little Italy early 1900’s.. I will never forget 😍 I always have a soft spot in my heart for Mr Coppola, because he looked at me with respect & consideration. He could have said, “ I’m busy kid, get outta here !! “ Instead he made me feel welcome. And he coached me on how to be on the set, how to stay out of the camera lines, and to go to him if any tech have a problem with me on the set. He was very encouraging to a person interested in cinematography. Much love, to Mr Coppola ❤️🤗❤️

From the era of great American experimental directors who changed cinema forever-Kubrick, Lucas, Spielberg, Friedkin, Scorsese, Coppola, Hooper, Lynch.

He looks a lot like Kubrick here, but with more hair on top!

Francis has an independent spirit of filmmaking about him. He does not like to play the studio or blockbuster game. He likes to tell personal stories, I personally like that. But to each his own. Peace & blessings.

love what you do and your life will be worth living

Such a warm and thoughtful human being.

This guy really is the godfather of his generation of directors as can be heard in this vid clip

When he said about being afraid when talking about his film career this rings so true with me. I’m a photojournalist & writer & you are always afraid & insecure about your place or worries about your work.

The script of Patton was powerful and poignant. It carried the heart of Francis and is just one of the many film legacies he has given the world.

FRANCIS IS AN EXCELLENT STORY TELLER. I GREATLY ENJOY HIS COMMENTARY.

thanks for posting. Always learn something while listening to directors talk about their careers and their lives and their business

Truly an amazing man. When someone of his iconoclasm achieves huge success you know its because of merit and genius, he had to work damn hard to become a legend. I even love Godfather 3, he didn't give an f about what critics or audiences wanted, he just had his own unique story to tell, and he stuck to his guns.

Priceless interview

Wow the way he just talks about having polio like it's just one of those things...some people never recovered from that or died incredible.

Thanks KZfaq recommendations!

Thank you for mentioning Eisenteins name. It evokes rich associations in me. Seeing the Odessa stairs sequence among other things as a child of 6-7? The falling pram with the baby in it, the boy with no legs moving swiftly or how the spectacles of the woman fell on being shot.

Some great insights and life lessons right here! good video thumbs up!

An American hero. No doubt.

Wonderful Documentary, off a highly Respected Film Maker. Francis Ford Coppola's description on his later venture with other Creative Young energy. Where they explored and shared the Arts off Film Independent Film industry. Left us some incredible Films, and film History. Which should be first for aspiring new Creative energy. He was certantly for my late Son. Who for a very Brief moment, created his own Young Talent Pool around him. Had the wonderful experience to as VIP , for Award dinner under Wolfgang Puck,.. observe , George Lucas. Did not then as a man see him small. In fact, because he was so natrual, not himself Star struck off self. Made a big impression on me, and others. 👌🙏📽️🇺🇸🇩🇰🎵🎶😍

Pure genius...

I love The Rain People.

Great Director

Revisiting. Wonderful.🎬📽️🙏🌅🤔🇺🇸🇩🇰💙

And there lies the stitch at 08:26, similar to George Lucas making a student project film which was an animation collage. Others who don't understand those moments cannot succeed, because they await for the perfect handover or convergence of everything going their way and being predictably engaged.

You always here now days about Bully's ,,,,They should , That's the Point , they don't have anyone to Sit down by, Comforting......XO................Thanks for the Share..............

I love this movie brat culture so much

Like a boss

I have a dream... I have a manuscript (book) turned into screenplay... that I want this Great Man: Francis Ford Coppola and/or his beautiful/talented daughter Sofia to sit down with me over a glass of wine, from his vineyard (I already have the bottle of wine)... and discuss my screenplay... The Coppola Family are 'Real'... they were not born with a silver spoon in their mouth... they have paid their dues, and because they did come up the hard way, it made them stronger and wiser, not to mention more ARTISTIC... That is WHY they make such great movies... They know how it FEELS.... in every moment of there films... "Thank YOU" Colorado Filer for such a great video of Francis Ford Coppola ... "Bravo"

Where is the full interview???

Listen up Sofia. Listen to daddy.

❤️

One you realize he’s Nic Cage’s uncle you can’t unsee it

Rumble Fish

It's so depressing to think that while directing a film you're being harassed....

This man gave me my career- I wished I had lived up to it. He’s a great man and a mediocre cook 😂❤️❤️🍽

Thank you xo thank you

there was a time when he was the greatest filmmaker in the world, but i know too much about him to want his advice.

5:30, 10:15

They didn't really like Godfather when it came out? Really? That's hard to believe

I'm trying to GET creative

man, is he humble or what?

The Godfather inspired me to write my own screenplay. The Mother In Law.

Where is the advice?

i like his movies no i love his movies but how fucking many great books got ruined in there movie version because of this guy

Jock like attitude of film crews. Sheesh is that not completely accurate. I’ve worked with crews up to thirty and quickly learned, the fewer the better. You end up in a war with the damn camera and lighting crew when you’re already at war to make your film. What’s worse is if you say one wrong thing to harm their very fragile egos, they will create a resoundingly toxic energy and look for ways to sabotage you. It’s a dirty, dirty, traumatizing game. By the end of it, you’re just people on a work site. That’s IF you’ve played the game well enough to finish.

What a sweet guy and it hurt to hear that horrible woman stole his Yellow Badge. I'm not a fan of public schools but the parents know even less than the teachers.

The editing is terrible.