The creator of “The Godfather”, “Apocalypse Now”, “Dracula” and other film masterpieces continues to be an innovator even now. According to Francis Ford Coppola, the future of cinema lies in a new form of art, which he called “live cinema.” It will combine all the best that has been invented and successfully used in cinema, television and theater. Such a film, shot in one take, in real time, with elements of stage production and the use of the latest technologies, according to the author, will give directors more creative freedom, and viewers will have the feeling that they are watching a movie right in the process of its creation. In this book, Coppola talks about the difficulties he encountered during the preparation and filming of “live cinema”, reflects on the peculiarities of working with actors and constructing a frame. This is not only a guide to creating “live cinema,” but also the autobiography of a film director. He talks about the people and films that influenced him, and shares his personal view on the history of the development of cinema and television. The book will be useful to professionals: television and film directors, screenwriters, cameramen, as well as fans of Coppola’s works and anyone interested in cinema.< /p>