Coppolas

Coppolas refers to a surname of Italian origin and, in popular culture, to the Coppola family, a prominent American lineage of filmmakers, musicians, and artists. The name derives from the Italian word coppola, a type of cap or hood, and it is associated with a long-standing artistic clan that has had a major influence on modern cinema.

The most well-known figure is Francis Ford Coppola (born 1939), a director and producer who co-founded the film studio American Zoetrope. His The Godfather trilogy, including The Godfather Part II, is widely regarded as a landmark in American cinema and has won multiple Academy Awards. Carmine Coppola, a composer, contributed scores to Francis’s projects and earlier works; he is part of the same family and helped establish the family’s musical dimension. Francis’s siblings—such as August Coppola, a writer and professor—are part of the extended family network that produced several actors, writers, and producers.

Several family members have achieved prominence in front of and behind the camera. Talia Shire (née Coppola) is an actress known for her roles in The Godfather films and for her work in other 1970s and 1980s cinema; Nicolas Cage (born Nicolas Kim Coppola), an Oscar-winning actor, is a nephew who adopted a stage name to pursue his career independently from the family name. Sofia Coppola (born 1971), Francis’s daughter, is an acclaimed filmmaker and screenwriter, winner of an Academy Award for Lost in Translation. Roman Coppola and Christopher Coppola are also involved in directing, producing, and writing, contributing to film and media through multiple projects.

In addition to cinema, the Coppola name is associated with the Francis Ford Coppola Winery, a California-based wine producer founded by Francis and his family, known for its branded lines and family-themed storytelling.