Roman Coppola

Born:April 22, 1965

Place of Birth:Neuilly-sur-Seine, France

Known For:Writing

Biography

Roman Coppola, born on April 22, 1965, is a multi-talented American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and entrepreneur. As the son of legendary director Francis Ford Coppola, Roman has carved his own path in the film industry, showcasing his unique vision and creativity. Alongside co-writer Wes Anderson, he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay for their work on the whimsical film "Moonrise Kingdom" in 2012. This recognition solidified his reputation as a skilled storyteller with a knack for crafting engaging narratives.

Apart from his success in filmmaking, Coppola is also known for his role as the president of American Zoetrope, a prestigious film company based in San Francisco. Additionally, he founded and owns The Directors Bureau, a production company specializing in commercials and music videos. Through his ventures, Roman has demonstrated his versatility and business acumen, further establishing himself as a prominent figure in the industry.

Early in his directing career, Roman Coppola honed his craft by contributing to various projects under the guidance of his father, Francis Ford Coppola. His involvement in films like "Bram Stoker’s Dracula" showcased his talent for in-camera visual effects and second unit direction, earning him critical acclaim and a BAFTA Award nomination for Visual Effects. Over the years, he has continued to collaborate on a diverse range of films, including works by acclaimed directors such as Wes Anderson and his sister, Sofia Coppola.

In the realm of music videos and commercials, Coppola made a significant impact during the 1990s, emerging as a sought-after director known for his innovative visual style. Notable projects include directing music videos for artists like The Strokes, Daft Punk, and Phoenix, as well as commercials for various brands. His creative flair and attention to detail have left a lasting impression on the industry, with some of his work even earning a place in prestigious institutions like the New York Museum of Modern Art.

Roman Coppola's directorial debut, "CQ," premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2001, receiving positive reviews for its inventive storytelling and captivating visuals. The film, set in 1969 Paris, weaves together elements of science fiction and personal drama, showcasing Coppola's ability to blend genres seamlessly. Subsequent projects like "A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III" further highlighted his distinctive approach to filmmaking, though reception to the film was mixed.

In addition to his contributions to the entertainment industry, Roman Coppola is also recognized for his entrepreneurial endeavors and inventive spirit. Through ventures like the Photobubble Company and Pacific Tote Company, as well as various projects under The Directors Bureau, he has demonstrated a passion for innovation and creativity beyond the realm of filmmaking. Coppola's diverse skill set and unwavering commitment to his craft continue to shape his legacy as a multifaceted artist and entrepreneur in the world of entertainment.

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Filmography

Acting

The Godfather

Boy on Street Who Attended Funeral (uncredited)

1972

Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his youngest son, Michael steps in to take care of the would-be killers, launching a campaign of bloody revenge.

The Godfather Part II

Sonny Corleone as a Boy (uncredited)

1974

In the continuing saga of the Corleone crime family, a young Vito Corleone grows up in Sicily and in 1910s New York. In the 1950s, Michael Corleone attempts to expand the family business into Las Vegas, Hollywood and Cuba.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Senate Guard (uncredited)

1999

Anakin Skywalker, a young slave strong with the Force, is discovered on Tatooine. Meanwhile, the evil Sith have returned, enacting their plot for revenge against the Jedi.

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Squirrel Contractor (voice)

2009

The Fantastic Mr. Fox, bored with his current life, plans a heist against the three local farmers. The farmers, tired of sharing their chickens with the sly fox, seek revenge against him and his family.

Isle of Dogs

Igor (voice)

2018

In the future, an outbreak of canine flu leads the mayor of a Japanese city to banish all dogs to an island used as a garbage dump. The outcasts must soon embark on an epic journey when a 12-year-old boy arrives on the island to find his beloved pet.

Production

Lost in Translation

Other

2003

Two lost souls visiting Tokyo -- the young, neglected wife of a photographer and a washed-up movie star shooting a TV commercial -- find an odd solace and pensive freedom to be real in each other's company, away from their lives in America.

Asteroid City

Story

2023

In an American desert town circa 1955, the itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.

Megalopolis

Second Unit Director

2024

Genius artist Cesar Catilina seeks to leap the City of New Rome into a utopian, idealistic future, while his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero, remains committed to a regressive status quo, perpetuating greed, special interests, and partisan warfare. Torn between them is socialite Julia Cicero, the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar has divided her loyalties, forcing her to discover what she truly believes humanity deserves.

Priscilla

Executive Producer

2023

When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley at a party, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend.

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Visual Effects

1992

In 19th century England, Count Dracula travels to London and meets Mina Harker, a young woman who appears as the reincarnation of his lost love.

The Virgin Suicides

Second Unit Director

2000

A group of male friends become obsessed with five mysterious sisters who are sheltered by their strict, religious parents.

Isle of Dogs

Story

2018

The Last Showgirl

Thanks

2024

When the glittering Las Vegas revue she has headlined for decades announces it will soon close, a glamorous showgirl must reconcile with the decisions she’s made and the community she has built as she plans her next act.

The Darjeeling Limited

Producer

2007

Three American brothers who have not spoken to each other in a year set off on a train voyage across India with a plan to find themselves and bond with each other -- to become brothers again like they used to be. Their "spiritual quest", however, veers rapidly off-course (due to events involving over-the-counter pain killers, Indian cough syrup, and pepper spray).

The French Dispatch

Executive Producer

2021

The staff of an American magazine based in France puts out its last issue, with stories featuring an artist sentenced to life imprisonment, student riots, and a kidnapping resolved by a chef.

Marie Antoinette

Second Unit Director

2006

The retelling of France’s iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette. From her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at 15 to her reign as queen at 19 and ultimately the fall of Versailles.

The Rainmaker

Second Unit Director

1997

When Rudy Baylor, a young attorney with no clients, goes to work for a seedy ambulance chaser, he wants to help the parents of a terminally ill boy in their suit against an insurance company. But to take on corporate America, Rudy and a scrappy paralegal must open their own law firm.

Moonrise Kingdom

Writer

2012

Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, Moonrise Kingdom tells the story of two twelve-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore – and the peaceful island community is turned upside down in more ways than anyone can handle.

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More

Director of Photography

2024

Four tales unfold in Wes Anderson's anthology of short films adapted from Roald Dahl's beloved stories, "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar", "The Swan", "The Rat Catcher", and "Poison".

Jack

Second Unit Director

1996

Jack Powell suffers from an affliction that makes him grow four times faster than normal, so the 10 year old boy looks like a 40 year old man. After years of being tutored at home, Jack convinces his overprotective parents to send him to public school. The children don't know what to make of Jack, but with the help of his fifth-grade teacher, he makes an effort to win them over.

The Bling Ring

Producer

2013

Inspired by actual events, a group of fame-obsessed teenagers use the Internet to track celebrities' whereabouts in order to rob their homes.

Rumble Fish

Associate Producer

1983

Rusty James, an absent-minded street thug, struggles to live up to his legendary older brother's reputation and longs for the days when gang warfare was going on.

On the Rocks

Executive Producer

2020

Faced with sudden doubts about her marriage, a young New York mother teams up with her larger-than-life playboy father to tail her husband.

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

Second Unit Director

2004

Renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou has sworn vengeance upon the rare shark that devoured a member of his crew. In addition to his regular team, he is joined on his boat by Ned, a man who believes Zissou to be his father, and Jane, a journalist pregnant by a married man. They travel the sea, all too often running into pirates and, perhaps more traumatically, various figures from Zissou's past, including his estranged wife, Eleanor.

On the Road

Producer

2012

Dean and Sal are the portrait of the Beat Generation. Their search for "It" results in a fast paced, energetic roller coaster ride with highs and lows throughout the U.S.

Somewhere

Producer

2010

After withdrawing to the Chateau Marmont, a passionless Hollywood actor reexamines his life when his eleven-year-old daughter surprises him with a visit.

Paris Can Wait

Thanks

2016

Anne is at a crossroads in her life. Long married to a successful, driven but inattentive movie producer, she unexpectedly finds herself taking a car trip from Cannes to Paris with Jacques, a business associate of her husband. What should be a seven-hour drive turns into a carefree two-day adventure replete with diversions involving picturesque sights, fine food and wine, humor, wisdom and romance - reawakening Anne's senses and giving her a new lust for life.

Clownhouse

Executive Producer

1990

Three teenage brothers are terrorized by a trio of escaped mental patients disguised as clowns.