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Francis Ford Coppola: Career: 1979 to present
Following the success of
The Godfather and its sequel, Coppola set about filming an ambitious version of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness, set during the Vietnam War. The film, entitled Apocalypse Now (1979), was beset by numerous problems, including typhoons, drug abuse, nervous breakdowns,
Martin Sheen's heart attack, and
Marlon Brando's bloated appearance (which Coppola attempted to hide by shooting him in the shadows). It was delayed so often it was nicknamed
Apocalypse Whenever. The film was equally lauded and hated by critics when it finally appeared, and the cost nearly bankrupted Coppola's nascent studio American Zoetrope. The 1991 documentary film ', directed by Eleanor Coppola (Francis's wife), Fax Bahr, and George Hickenlooper, chronicles the difficulties the crew went through making
Apocalypse Now, and features behind the scenes footage filmed by Eleanor.
Despite the setbacks and ill health Coppola suffered during the making of
Apocalypse Now, he kept up with film projects, presenting in 1981 a restoration of the 1927 film Napoléon that was edited and released in the United States by American Zoetrope. However it wasn't until the experimental musical One from the Heart (1982) that he returned to directing. Unfortunately, the film was a huge failure, although it developed a cult following in later years.
In 1986 Coppola, with
George Lucas, directed the
Michael Jackson film for Disney theme parks, Captain Eo, which at the time was the most expensive film per minute ever made.
In 1990 he completed the
Godfather series with The Godfather Part III which, while not as critically acclaimed as the first two movies, was still a box office success. The film was marred by the presence of Coppola's inexperienced and clearly uncomfortable daughter Sofia, who stumbled her way through a role abandoned by
Winona Ryder just as filming began. Her performance was subjected to universal critical ridicule, but in later years she redeemed herself as a director and screenwriter with The Virgin Suicides
and Lost in Translation.
Coppola's father Carmine was a renowned composer and musician, and wrote the scores of many of his son's films, and his nephew
Nicolas Cage is an acclaimed actor.
In recent years, Coppola with his family has extended his talents to winemaking in California's Napa Valley and opening resorts in Guatemala and Belize, inspired by his accommodation in the Philippines during the making of
Apocalypse Now, with decor supervised by Eleanor Coppola.
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North AmericaNAPA Free Wine TAsting! Beautiful Napa Victorian AWAITS you (Napa) 2bd
Built in 1880, with the original carriage house on the grounds, this outrageous purple victorian -THE PAINTED LADY - is in the heart of historic downtown Napa. Enjoy the garden from the spacious veranda which is equipped with ceiling fans, rocking chairs and a gas stove. A Japanese garden surrounds the redwood gazebo, perfect for an afternoon winetasting. Guestrooms come with premium mattresses, luxurious linens, towels, and robes. The upstairs bathroom has an antique, clawfoot tub and Monet-inspired mural. Downstairs is a formal dining room and salon with gas fireplace, TV, DVD and bathroom with shower. The house has central air conditioning and high speed internet.
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The Adorable Purple Victorian is right across the street from historic ABC Bakery and Cafe. It is an easy walk to shops and dozens of restaurants. Just a few doors down is the historic Uptown Theater which is being renovated by Francis Ford Coppola. A ten-minute stroll to the Opera House on Main Street makes a great walking tour of the many historic homes dating from the 1850s. You will be just minutes away from the 300 plus wineries of the Napa Valley and we are pleased to offer free and discounted tastings at a number of locations. Invitations and coupons are included with your information packet. Please contact us for exact rates and availability. Thanks!
Published: Fri, 07 Nov 2008 02:55:53 GMT - Source: Sfbay.Craigslist.Org - Read the articleNorth AmericaAlexander Valley Lodge - Spend the Holidays in the Wine Country (healdsburg / windsor) $695 5bd
Come spend the holidays at the Alexander Valley Lodge in Healdsburg. Do you have a Corporate Holiday Party or Family Reunion to plan and you want to find a large house to celebrate?
The Alexander Valley Lodge is available Sept 21-24, 28- Oct 1. Oct 19-24, 27-Nov 1. Nov 9-14, 16-21. Nov 30-Jan 2. Halloween, Christmas and New Year's Eve.
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5 bedrooms plus Sun Room, 5 bathrooms. Sleeps up to 14.
High on a wooded ridge, overlooking the beautiful wine region of the Alexander Valley; the Alexander Valley Lodge in HEALDSBURG is cut into the wilderness range on over 53 acres of private wooden terrain with magnificent views and hiking trails to enjoy.
This 5 Bedroom Wine Country healdsburg Lodge with Sun Room is only minutes from the Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley Wineries. The vacation rental Lodge is complete with an in-ground pool, spa, cascading waterfall and deck, 900 sq ft living room, formal dining area, and a family room with state of the art built-in Big Screen TV with surround sound, all boasting panoramic views of the Alexander Valley and healdsburg, California.
The lodge is a site for beauty and relaxing - come enjoy local wines and cheeses on the deck taking in the beautiful view. There is wireless internet available throughout the lodge - even the pool.
Amenities
Pool
Jacuzzi/Hot Tub
BBQ
Utensils
FuLL Kitchen
Large Flat Screen TV w/ surround sound
TV/VCR in all rooms
Stereo
Phone
Linens provided
High Speed Wireless Internet
CD Player
Cable/Satellite TV
This vacation home features 3 Master King Suites, 1 room with a queen bed and 1 room with full bed. Valley View Suite has a jacuzzi bath tub and 2 pull out (queen and full) couches. 4 rooms have Satellite TVs - including music channels, and VCR/DVD players. 3 Rooms also have coffee makers and mini-fridges.
-Just minutes from Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Wineries.
-1 minute drive to the local grocery store, post office, and restaurants (such as Francis Ford Coppola's Grill).
-Five minutes from the River Rock Casino.
-5 minutes from the quaint town square (including shopping and restaurants) of healdsburg.
-10 minutes from Lake Sonoma - boating, bike riding, fishing and hiking.
Please email owner to confirm rates.
Payment Methods Accepted Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard or Discover)
Check
Paypal
Deposits$600 Refundable Security Deposit. Deposit must be sent in for reservation to be confirmed
Cancellation & Return PolicyDeposit will be kept if reservation is cancelled more than 60 days prior to arrival. Less than 60 days- Balance is kept unless re-rented for same price. If it is a date change withenough notice, this may be waived.
Fees & Taxes9% room/sales tax. Pool Heat fee of $100/day. No charge for jacuzzi heat unless spa is left on for more than 1 hour after heating period. Extra person charge of $35 (over 2 ppl/room). Cleaning fee of $75. Day charge of $250 if not checked out by 11am (must inform owner beforehand of late check out).
Average Rating 5 stars
Susan
We LOVED your home. It was amazing. We did some wine tasting and arrived around 5 pm. Martin was awesome. It was so wonderful having someone cook dinner for us. We look forward to renting your house again.
Monica
I rented the AVL with 3 other couples and we had a great time. The lodge is perched on a mountaintop and is both private and secluded, yet within 1 hours drive to most Napa and Sonoma locations. We loved the awesome views, wildlife, shooting stars, outdoor patio and jacuzzi, and other amenities. The 3 suites are very large and private with their own baths, but one couple had a less than stellar suite downstairs by the kitchen - the only bummer about the lodge. The road up to the lodge is very dicey and you should make sure you always have a DD, especially after visiting wineries all day.
Lenore
Hi Danielle! As the saying goes, "Time flies by when you're having fun!" And, that we did! My friends and I had a marvelous time in California! The road to AVL was an adventure for some, but it was beautiful with the fall colors just beginning to show. Kathy met us just as were getting out of the cars. You are lucky to have such a wonderful neighbor and friend, who happens to be your property manager, too! The pictures on your websites do not do AVL justice. Experiencing the Lodge and its surroundings first hand definitely brings about an inner peace! We all brought home such special memories of this special trip - my " next steps" into retirement. Thank you, Danielle, for all your assistance in helping to make this a memorable one, too! Until then, take care. Enjoy your family. ˜ Lenore
More Pictures and Info go to www.alexandervalleylodge.com
Danielle 707-756-240
Published: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 05:15:11 GMT - Source: Sfbay.Craigslist.Org - Read the articleNorth America$2.28 sq ft Sublet available (Must see!) (Jackson Sq) 1750sqft
Sublet Available
1,750 sq ft
Jackson Square/ North Beach area
This secure creative/ design forward space with lots of natural light,
newly remodeled which includes a roomy conference room is now available.
Amenities include: Exposed brick, bamboo floors, distressed metal floating room divider for customizable layout,
direct entrance as well as same floor access to bathrooms and kitchenette as well as bike storage and shower.
Convenient location, close to major transit lines, ample access to parking, steps from the heart of the financial district
with outstanding restaurants within a two block radius such as Francis Ford Coppola's ‘Café Niebaum-Coppola’ and Figaro Ristorante Italiano.
Shared space: Reception, kitchenette and bathrooms
2.28 sq ft a month + utilities
more pictures and information click here: http://greensanz.com/images/1020/sublet.jpg
If interested please email us at:
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Published: Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:08:55 GMT - Source: Sfbay.Craigslist.Org - Read the article
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