While watching the Saga on Bravo, I have a few questions. How come some of the deleted scenes, save Bonesara talking to his wife, weren't included on the DVD? I know one that really burns me is after Bonesara leaves the Don's office, Vito asks Sonny if he was paying attention. Any reason why these 'little' things weren't included?

Maybe Coppola or whoever recorded the DVD thought it wasnt worth it or that we wouldnt give a shit about these "small things"

I personally would like to see the WHOLE saga/trilogy with all scenes included, no deletions at all. The DVD collection shows deleted scenes separately and all seem so important to the movie. I can't figure out why Michael in the garden with Vito after Michael's return from Sicily when he says "Well -- you gave your word that you wouldn't break the peace, I didn't give mine. You don't have to have any part -- I take all responsibility." That is a KEY scene, and gives you a glimpse of Michael's plans for the future.

Dream Master
You're right! Santino no doubt "just lit a candle" for Lucy Mancini and was looking out the window for her whereabouts. This little 3 second deletion is a huge (so to speak) insight about Sonny. When there is business to tend to, he's looking for Lucy.

I agree, I don't need to see it in chronological order but I really would love to see the whole thing completely intact. I know that in theatres and for mass releases they need to be concerned with time but there are fans out there that WANT to spend hours on end pouring over every line.
After reading through as much of Geoff's website as I could handle in one sitting I decided that I really needed to get the book already. I called a shop down the street and they said they had 5 copies.. When I got there they had zero. I guess it's because of the showings on Bravo.
I'm chomping at the bit to get the book!

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I just wanted to say that I think that you all are really great! This is the most fun message board I have been a part of. It seems like no post or question is too small and everyone seems very respectful. So thanks!
BTW, I put in my order for the book. 3-5 days seems like FOREVER!

I very much agree with you!!! Welcome to the board!!!

The reason was that all three films were far longer than the average Hollywood production, and including the deleted scenes would have made them even longer. But I like all the deleted scenes. My favorite version of the Trilogy is the one shown on TV, with all the deleted scenes included in chronological order.