Originally posted by DonVitoCorleone:
The Godfather and Godfather part 2 are BY FAR the 2 best movies of all time.
As to original parts, I agree with you absolutely. "Modern" parts of GF2 are pretty inconsistent, but strictly that is not a fault of
filmmaking ,rather that of screenplay. If only everyone would mind his own business...
Why do I like GF? Because it is a film version of a great novel, and as such it inherits many of its merits, where doesn't try to contradict it. Among them, subtlety of detail, knowlege of human nature and reality, elaborately developed characters, healthy cinicism concealing the depth of meaning.
Also, excellent actors, MUSIC!!!, the work of the whole crew, including FFC at his own speciality, I mean directing, not spoiling the script.
As to sequels - I don't like them. GF3 I can't stand.
