The Godfather is a bit like Mann's Heat, in that my memory of it is always a mind-blowing film, but while actually watching it, it's a highly accomplished film which doesn't hit my emotional chords as powerfully as it used to. A thematically profound film, and one of bravura storytelling. I plan on revisiting Part II next week.

The difference between three stars and four stars is the latter is currently, actively influencing or changing my life. Both are awarded to masterpieces as and when I see them.