Surviving the Storm : Francis Ford Coppola and Bipolar Disorder
Francis Ford Coppola changed cinema forever withThe Godfather andApocalypse Now, but behind his brilliance was a battle with bipolar disorder. In this episode ofThe Mad Genius Thesis Podcast, we exploreGodfather: The Intimate Francis Ford Coppola by Gene D. Phillips, examining Coppola’s creative risks, financial struggles, and overlooked films likeOne from the Heart.
We also discuss his diagnosis, the impact of lithium treatment, and how his manic and depressive episodes shaped his filmmaking—most notably during the grueling production ofApocalypse Now. Was his genius worth the personal cost? Join us as we unpack the highs and lows of a visionary career.
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