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Nathalie Emmanuel on Premiering Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ (and Wearing Custom Chanel) for Her Cannes Debut: ‘It Was Quite Overwhelming’

Nathalie Emmanuel talks walking the Cannes Film Festival's famed red carpet in custom Chanel for the world premiere of 'Megalopolis.'

First, consider the fact that she’s the leading lady in legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola ‘s longtime passion project “Megalopolis,” which made its world premiere at the festival. “And obviously, wearing custom Chanel is new for me,” the British actor added, her red lips spreading into a proud grin as she referenced the long white gown, embroidered with paper silk floral motifs and crystals, then belted with a black satin bow. Watch the full interview above to learn why Emmanuel used Oprah Winfrey’s famous line from “The Color Purple” — “You told Harpo to beat me?” — in her improvised audition with Coppola and how she used music to get into character.

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