Starring: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Talia Shire, Joe Mantegna, Andy Garcia
Directors: Francis Ford Coppola
1972,rated R, 171 min. 1974,rated R, 200 min. 1990,rated R, 170 min
Part I: Based on Mario Puzo's The Godfather, this epic tale show's the rise of the Corleone family's rise to the top of the mafia mountain. Bitter disputes, marriages, and family upheaval's are displayed. From Don Vito (Brando) to Michael (Pacino) to Sonny (Caan), the ambiance of calm ruling to tempermental displays are weaved in this early family portrait. The film acquired 10 Academy Award nominations.
Part II: This film depicts two stories; the roots and rise of a young Don Vito (De Niro), and the ascension of Michael Corleone (Pacino) as the new Don. All of the original cast was assembled to continue the saga. Robert De Niro received an Oscar. The film received 12 Academy Award nominations and was awarded 'Best Picture'.
Part III: In the third installment, Michael Corleone (Pacino) is trying to rid the families business's of crime and finding a successor. New enemies as well as old evils are portrayed. Love and honor are renewed as we see the daughter of the Don grow into a key player. We see all of the history unfold as the future is turned bright for the Corleone family.
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