Massive sci-fi movie from master director surprises with Breaking Bad villain

Massive sci fi movie from master director surprises with Breaking Bad

Since the 1980s, exceptional director Francis Ford Coppola has been dreaming of the sci-fi hit Megalopolis. Filming has recently begun, for which the Apocalypse Now director has assembled an impressive cast. This also includes from now on Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito.

Sci-fi bombast by Francis Ford Coppola shines with Giancarlo Esposito

This is reported by the reliable industry journal Deadline. What kind of role Esposito is playing is not clear. Many will know the American actor thanks to his prominent villain roles, which he played in Breaking Bad (Gus Fring) or The Mandalorian (Moff Gideon).

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Esposito as Gus Fring in the Breaking Bad universe

In addition to Esposito, well-known Hollywood greats such as Adam Driver, Forest Whitaker or Dustin Hoffman in front of the camera stand. The story will revolve around the rebuilding of New York by a visionary architect.

When will Megalopolis be in cinemas?

When we can take a closer look at Esposito’s role is not yet certain. Looking at the current state of production, we could come to an agreement Theatrical release in mid-2024 imagine.

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