Did Francis Ford Coppola's Reputation Get Ruined?

The legendary director of "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now" is suing Variety, alleging that a July article accusing him of misconduct on the set of his film "Megalopolis" is false and libelous. According to the lawsuit, Coppola claims that the article, which included anonymous reports and videos, portrayed him as a "creative genius" who is "jealous" and therefore tells "knowing and reckless falsehoods. " But what if the accusations are true? What if Coppola did indeed behave unprofessionally on set, and the women who came forward were telling the truth? The article claims that Coppola tried to kiss young female extras, appeared to act with impunity, and even hugged topless actresses on set. Coppola's lawsuit argues that these allegations are false, but what if they're not? The article also mentions that Coppola's financial arrangements for the film meant that there were no traditional checks and balances in place. This raises questions about accountability and the lack of oversight on set. Was Coppola's behavior a result of his financial situation, or was it a deliberate attempt to act with impunity? The lawsuit also takes issue with an assertion that Coppola inadvertently got into a shot and ruined it. Coppola's team claims that he was well aware that some camera angles would include him, and that he was supposed to appear in the scene anyway. This raises questions about Coppola's ability to direct a film, and whether his age and infirmity have affected his judgment.