Director Francis Ford Coppola, creator of the Godfather trilogy, speaks out following a hospitalization incident in Italy.
Francis Ford Coppola, the acclaimed American filmmaker, was recently hospitalized in Rome, Italy due to atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heartbeat. The hospitalization occurred on Tuesday at Policlinico Tor Vergata, where he underwent a scheduled procedure related to his long-standing AFib[1].
The arrhythmia was likely caused by physical stress from a long intercontinental flight[1]. Coppola was under the care of Dr. Andrea Natale, a renowned heart specialist, during the procedure[1].
Following the hospitalization, Coppola provided a health update on Instagram stating that he is "fine," "well," and under good care[2]. His spokesperson also confirmed that he is resting comfortably and appreciates the concern from the public[1].
Born in Detroit, Michigan, Coppola is a second-generation Italian immigrant who spent most of his childhood in Queens, New York. He began his career in the film industry with the 1968 film Finian's Rainbow, but it was his breakthrough with The Godfather in 1972 that catapulted him to fame[3]. The film won three Oscars and was a box-office phenomenon.
The Godfather Part II, a sequel to The Godfather, was launched in 1974 and won six Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. Coppola's other monumental achievement is Vietnam war epic Apocalypse Now, which was awarded the prestigious Palme d'Or at the '79 Cannes Film Festival.
However, Coppola's latest film, Megalopolis, has stirred considerable controversy[4]. The passion project is the subject of an upcoming documentary called Megadoc. Despite the controversy, Coppola remains one of the greatest filmmakers ever, having collected five Oscars in his career.
The hospitalization was reportedly due to a scheduled procedure, and Coppola has since reported stable health and recovery under medical supervision[1][2].
References: 1. BBC News 2. Variety 3. Francis Ford Coppola 4. The Hollywood Reporter
Science plays a vital role in managing mental health, especially during periods of stress. For instance, Coppola's commitment to health-and-wellness extended to his preparation for the scheduling of a heart procedure, a testament to his mental fortitude and proactive approach towards maintaining physical well-being.
