A 'conservative' liberal. How does that work exactly?? Nevermind, don't bother explaining it. I'll just enjoy the concept.

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Dear Mickey Meatballs:

The Godfather, as we all know, is a 'Classic'.

What makes The Godfather, Part II a 'Classic', is that even while complementing and advancing the GF story, it still stands on its own as a great film whether compared to GF or not. In some aspects it even surpasses The Godfather. Almost unprecedented for a sequel.

GFIII, while possibly a 'good' movie to many (and a joke to many others), does not hold its own when compared to either GF or GFIII. Otherwise, people wouldn't be compelled to say, 'It's pretty good if you 'DON'T' hold it up to the first two'. And...why shouldn't it be compared to them? Even Coppola has admitted that had he been given more time, it would have been a better film.

But again...wonderful that you are an avid fan of all 3 Godfather films. Just wait until you see 'The GF Saga', complete with deleted scenes...if you haven't already.

Apple