They screwed Brando financially in the first film. He did it for the love of acting I guess, and it was the most riveting performance maybe of all time. Theres a point I guess to doing something not for the money at times but yeah Duvall was right he shouldn't have worked for less than he's worth.
I also appreciate his honesty. Nowhere is it written that it's wrong to refuse large sums of money, and the idea that you're turning them down because you're worth more has merit. I don't think too many people who aren't wealthy understand that the principle of not accepting less, or too much less, than what you're worth isn't only applicable and noble when we're dealing with modest sums of money. Because in this case, if I'm not mistaken, Pacino got about 5 million, which means Duvall was offered, more or less, 800,000.
Wow. It's refreshing to hear an actor, especially a guy on the level as Robert Duvall to flat out say that Godfather 3 was basically looking to undercut him a lot money wise and that's why he didn't do it. I knew that was the reason, but it's cool to hear him say basically that without too much bullshit.
@@southsideman4891 That was a lot more on Paramount haggling Coppola more than anything Francis did on his own. The studio wasn't budging to give Duvall his due, and because of that, the whole movie suffered.
Duvall has a superb tone, accent and attitude in his voice, and he can mimic Brando at the drop of a hat, what a great actor! One of those guys you could listen to all day and not get tired.
Personally, I was very impressed with what Robert Duvall had made his own feelings quite clear about the third "Godfather" film. After all, regardless of the film's intent, it still kind of divides the entire fan base for decades since.
Robert Duvall- his unforgettable portrayal of a taxi cab driver in Bullitt. I always wanted to have a cup of coffee with this guy. I've enjoyed his work from the beginning. Thank you Robert!.
No way Duvall is underrated!! That's because he's the most OVERRATED actor in every film he's done. EVER! He LOOKSZ EXACTLY the same for every role. He's never changed his voice. He uses the same mannerisms in every role. It's funking disgusting. Look at Brando, Penn, Deniro, Daniel-day Lewis, even idiots like Depp. He talks with his hands and that's what you get and all your gonna get. Can't stand his work.
@@petarkacic1561 Have a look at his performance in Lonesome Dove and then Apocalypse Now and then The Godfather. He has range, maybe not in the same league as Penn or DDL, but he's an excellent actor.
Im going to say an affirmative on this. First of all - "bit part"?!?!?! Tom was supposed to be HIS BROTHER!!!!! How could he view Tom as a "bit part"!!! Then as an actor to offer him that after all he accomplished?!?! Yes, very insulting the more I think about it.
I really think that by the time part 3 came along, Pacino had lost the thread as to whom Michael was, or perhaps if was the script - but either way you just felt you weren't watching Michael Corleone anymore... It was someone else.
@@grantmckeever507 I don't think it's that crazy. I mean, Duvall does have 9 years on Pacino. I did notice something that you might think is a little crazy. They were the same age, 53 years old, when they won their Oscars :- o peace
Everyone overlooks Duvall in those films. Hagen's quiet and professional manner speaks of his debt of love to the Corleones. He's the one man above suspicion among men who do not trust each other further than immediate need. Vito has Hagen there to handle the complex angles, and he can count on Tom getting it done. As can Michael, who in the end sees via Fredo's betrayal that love is stronger than blood ties.
Respect for Robert Duvall. This guy seems really down-to-earth when you compare him to other Hollywood actors. And looking back now, if they had added Tom Hagen to Godfather Part III, the movie would have mostly likely been more interesting than what we got. Didn't like how they killed him off-screen as well.
Duvall is absolutely brilliant. Add to that he’s a straight-shooter, no B.S., and you can’t go wrong with him. If you haven’t seen him ‘Get Low,’ check it out.
If Robert Duvall would of been in Part 3 chances are the movie would of ranked higher at the box office .it would of been fair of course he would of been paid evenly as the rest .an original good movie no matter how many years later is still even more interesting and a big hit with more of the original cast.
I agreed. Brando was already an acting icon at that time. All the other actors were so in awe with his presence and inspired by him. That's why everybody did a great job and thus Brando should get credits where credits were due--because of his presence the Godfather is what is.
IF YOU HAVENT SEEN THE GODFATHER, (DIRECTORS CUT), YOU HAVENT SEEN IT AS IT WAS MENT TO BE... IT COMBINES 1&2 TOGETHER IN A TIMELINE AND IT IS JUST BRILLIANT....!!!
They should do Godfather 4, 5, and 6. 4 takes place after 3 with Vincent as the lead. 5 takes place in the 1930's to the events leading up to GF1 with Vito as the lead. 6 takes place between 1 and 2 with the events leading up to Fredo's betrayal of Michael. Would love to see another film about Michael while he's still in his prime. Of course, everyone would have to be recast except for Andy Garcia. They should do his story first.
Love Duvall's honesty here without walking on eggshells, and most definitely it's generally agreed upon by almost everyone that GF3 was not nearly as good as the first two, but from the perspective of quality of films overall released in that era and even MORE so these days, it's still a much better, well made film than most other movies out there anyway, but it's not a ''must see'' if you've already seen GF1 and 2.
Duvall had his run with Coppola, 3 great films in a row: GF 1, GF 2, and Apocalypse Now (where he really shined). He had already shown his stuff. And he's still great. His character 'Old Man' in The Road had the best lines and as per Duvall: he nailed it. Santini, Tender Mercies, True Confessions, he's had some seriously memorable roles and performances.
Holy cow I remember this interviewer from the 90s, I loved his interviews! He's so smart, about the whole bizness and you can hear it around 2:30 or so when Mr. Duvall is like, right, right, right. There's a respect there and the interviewer is not kissing ass
Robert Duvall is one of the VERY FEW actors who can even compare to Brando...and one of the very few with such a long career of first rate films...he was even in "To Kill a Mockingbird"!!
***** well, apparently Coppola underrated him when he wanted to pay him less than Diane Keaton for Godfather III...not that I dont think Keaton is great...she just wasnt as integral part of the plot line, especially towards the end of Godfather II, when Hagan was obviously becoming increasingly disillusioned with Michael, and his role in the family's future
***** I think that's what makes Michael's character so compelling...his complexity...it IS hard to connect with him and figure him out...Vito was the same way in some respects...one of the parts of the third film that I DID like was when Michael was in front of Don Tommasino's casket, and he realized that Dons Vito Corleone and Tommasino were both well loved in their community, while he himself was only feared.
Don Altobello can only be played to perfection by the late, great Eli Wallach... Try rewatch G3 and note his gestures picturing his words it's consummate acting at its best...
Thanks for posting this fivealex2010. I remember watching this back in '91. This was one of many great interviews on "Later with Bob Costas." If you have more I'd love to watch them. I sure miss that kind of approach to late night television: 1:30 in the morning, no live audience, no jokes, no monologue, no angry musicians, just a relaxed, intelligent and illuminating conversation between Bob and his guest. Those were the days....
Talking about Peter Boyle and Brando. Did you ever see the SNL bit "Dueling Brandos"? John Belushi and Peter Boyle dressed like Johnny Strabler (The Wild One) going back and forth trading Brando lines. One of the funniest moments in TV history.
Can't say that I blame Duvall for holding out for a bigger piece of the pie. He's a veteran actor. He was in parts 1 and 2 and his character was a major part of the series. Part 3 was "ok" by my standards, which (like it or not) parts one and two are my comparisons, as are everyone else's. Right? Duvall SHOULD HAVE received pay equal to Pacino, who was paid $5 million for part 3 ,and since he held a Best Supporting Nod for an Oscar for the films. The GF is one of THE best films ever made, period. If we are talking money here, according to Wikipedia, part 3 had a $54 million dollar budget and grossed $136 million, so, there was plenty of cash made from part 3 even tho, it didn't have the same classic feel and appearance. Part 3 just didn't do it for me, and I would give this a "C" rating, so, maybe Duvall was better off not being in it after all. He was totally correct in stating that part 3 was made for the money cause why else would you resurrect an old film and put a new part to it? Idk for sure, but I'd say it's pretty safe to assume that the Godfather trilogy collectively would be worth over a Billion or two if sold Not bad, since Paramount reportedly purchased the story from Mario Puzo for $84k. What a DEAL!!!
Tom Hagen had a dignified ruthlessness that I always really liked. Probably my favorite character in the first two movies. Number 3 would’ve been a better movie if Coppola could’ve found a way to make it work.
I have to agree with Robert Duvall, the 3rd one was not nearly as good as the first two. I really love the first ones, but I did miss seeing Duvall in 3; he's a great actor and I thought his role as Tom Hague was awesome (he was the only sane one LOL)
It really is a shame. But FFC didn't have the leverage to accede to Duvall's wishes; meanwhile, Pacino is a huge movie star. But Duvall, so intelligent, is correct: the third should have been Hagen's story. I always imagine the opening scene a tired, totally fatigued, totally corrupt Hagen - they could have relied on his character from "The Conversation" as well. The camera would follow Hagen through the hallways of one of the Twin Towers, or one of those awful skyscrapers on Sixth and 48th: he's just collecting signatures, talking to accounts receivable, etc, wrapping things up for the end of the day, and his last errand is to drop the paperwork off on the desk of the CEO - and that's our setup, that's the first glimpse of Michael. Tom says good night, and Michael says - "Tom, hold on, there's one more thing." Michael asks Tom to invite his kids, and Kay, to the ceremony at St Pat's, and Tom's reaction of surprise, reluctance, and offense sets up the whole film - *that* would have been a good movie!
***** I don't think Duvall wanted the third one to be his story. That wouldn't make sense. But he was a key player who would be very important in the third film, no doubt. But not HIS story.
Paul Jesus You're correct. I didn't mean to imply I thought he did. I do think, though, that that would have been an interesting way into the story. To replace him with George Hamilton - I mean, it's not the same man who directed the first two Godfathers. But it wasn't. Let's not forget that FFC was coming off absolutely devastating tragedies. I'm still hoping for #4! There's a script. It cuts between contempo NYC and the early days of Sonny.
***** the absence of Robert Duvall was the main disappointment of Godfather 3….but I disagree with your timeframe for Godfather 4... It should cut between the early 60s, where 2 left off (think of the post-Castro/Kennedy assassinations scenarios), and the formative years of Don't Vito's family coming into power, prohibition, etc
I agree that third part was very poor . But some how the point is right. third part is not much about role,acting but point of how ending one empire such is Corleone family.sorry for my English.And one more thing, Duval is right ,he said right. He did so much in first two parts.
I don't think The Godfather Part III can ever be fairly judged since it will always be compared to Part I and II, which are by and large considered the greatest films ever made. What IS better than those two films? Part III is not a bad film by any stretch of the imagination. It's still a compelling story with solid, multi-dimensional characters and it acts as an honest addendum to the previous parts. It gave closure to the story, something I always felt Part II did not do. If we took Part III as a standalone film, it would have been far more well received at the time and far more well regarded as the years have gone on. Whether they did it for money or not, The Godfather Part III is a very good movie.
J Hallenbeck I have said what you said COUNTLESS times. The third film should be taken as a standalone film. That's how I always took it, and I've never seen it as being anything but a solid, good film.
Part 2 ends off after Michael kills Fredo then they flashback to him sitting with the whole family and at the end it just ends up being Michael alone in the room just as he’s alone after he killed fredo it was symbolic that everyone he had was gone and that flashback was a foreshadow of those events
The coolest thing in III was that old assassin killing one of the twin bodyguards but positioning his body so it looks like the assassin was dead so he could ambush the brother.
Thanks for the upload too. This was a really good job by Bob Costas honestly. I'm not a fan of his but he interviewed Duvall like a fan would. Not asking what you think of the world or madonna. He hits him with what I was thinking honestly. He was right. First question, given this was 1991 should have been GF3. And he stayed with it. Good job!
GIII was shot beautifully, as I'd have expected from FFC. Wardrobe, everything, great. But it did not deliver. Robert D is absolutely bang on with his appraisal.
The best four actors of my generation who were all about the same age,and have been making movies for the last 50 years are Clint Eastwood,Sean Connery,Gene Hackman,and Robert Duvall..All about 82-83 years old now
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They made him an offer he could refuse
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an offer he couldnt understand
He did refuse it though, hahahahaha
Robert Duvall was smart to not go along for less than what he is worth.
I appreciate his straight forward honesty
absolutely right. The first two were good. There was ok. But, I feel that Coppola should not do the third.
They screwed Brando financially in the first film. He did it for the love of acting I guess, and it was the most riveting performance maybe of all time. Theres a point I guess to doing something not for the money at times but yeah Duvall was right he shouldn't have worked for less than he's worth.
I was going to post what you did...read yours; didn't post; gave you a "thumbs up"!!
I also appreciate his honesty. Nowhere is it written that it's wrong to refuse large sums of money, and the idea that you're turning them down because you're worth more has merit. I don't think too many people who aren't wealthy understand that the principle of not accepting less, or too much less, than what you're worth isn't only applicable and noble when we're dealing with modest sums of money. Because in this case, if I'm not mistaken, Pacino got about 5 million, which means Duvall was offered, more or less, 800,000.
4bsfun yeap real men appreciate truth not diplomatic bs
Wow. It's refreshing to hear an actor, especially a guy on the level as Robert Duvall to flat out say that Godfather 3 was basically looking to undercut him a lot money wise and that's why he didn't do it. I knew that was the reason, but it's cool to hear him say basically that without too much bullshit.
@Tra Ho not fully true, his wife demanded to write all his lines, coppola refused. You can see his interview on it.
It makes Coppala look bad. He really didnt think an Academy Award winner was not worthy of his pay?!?! No Robert should be respected.
@@southsideman4891 woah that double negative though 🤯
@@mariolisa2832 lol yeah you're right. Or
You know not that you aren't right.
@@southsideman4891 That was a lot more on Paramount haggling Coppola more than anything Francis did on his own. The studio wasn't budging to give Duvall his due, and because of that, the whole movie suffered.
This interview confirms everything I admire about Robert duvall,proffesional,real ,honest and a gentleman
Duvall has a superb tone, accent and attitude in his voice, and he can mimic Brando at the drop of a hat, what a great actor! One of those guys you could listen to all day and not get tired.
Part III would have been better if Duvall were in it.
+David Topchiev horrible acting? go back to jungle
+link biff and had a different script. like Tom vs Michael
Veronika Mars Okay, that would be so fucking badass!!!!
@David Topchiev bad acting?? he was the best thing about that movie
I agree 1000%.
Refreshingly honest. No ass shining like we're used to seeing from other Hollywood actors.
Sloth from The Goonies and stupid to offer him 5x less too. he was one of the solid caracter people liked. he didnt act, he just was.
@@tempfan5547 Yes man, in the first few minutes of Godfather 3 I was waiting for Robert-Duvall Tom Haden but he never was there.
Duvall is a legend.
Robert played an outstanding role. Duval
one of the best Hollywood stars . Old school actor.
Tom Hagen: for God sake Michael you cant kill averyone.
Michael : Not everyone,just enemies.
Cant I get a straight answer out of you any more? WAS IT A BOY????
you butchered that quote
@Peppi Pappi Puppi ALTOBELLO!!!!
I admire his honesty hot damn
CrippleCrowx why would he lie anyway
He got the question out the way and he answered it out the way
Always loved Robert Duvall.
Personally, I was very impressed with what Robert Duvall had made his own feelings quite clear about the third "Godfather" film. After all, regardless of the film's intent, it still kind of divides the entire fan base for decades since.
his personal character and integity shines thru inthe characters he plays. will be a legend in actordom.
*You're out Tom*
+Trev Mac LOL!!!
+Trev Mac Why MICHAEL???
+Kevin N you're not a wartime consielliere Tom.
+Trev Mac lol man you killed it :D
Thank You Consigliere Majcin
He was absolutely right to turn down that role for those reasons. He’s one of the finest actors of our time.
I love love love love love love cannot cannot say enough love for Robert Duvall he is a legend
Robert Duvall- his unforgettable portrayal of a taxi cab driver in Bullitt. I always wanted to have a cup of coffee with this guy.
I've enjoyed his work from the beginning. Thank you Robert!.
My favorite R. Duvall movie: Great Santini--outstanding!
Yes. And Tender Mercies.
One of the best actors out there!
Open Range is an all time favorite of mine, brilliant film
costner insisted on duvall getting top billing
Tom Hagen was the glue that held the family together. Should have gave him that money. Part 3 sucked anyway.
Yes man, in the first few minutes of Godfather 3 I was waiting for Robert-Duvall Tom Haden but he never was there.
maybe it sucked only because he wasnt in it
"They did it for money-- and I would have but they wouldn't pay me enough".
Should “have GIVEN”...not have gave.
Ronald Reuben Ronald, please! We all understand the intention. 🤨
Duvall is one sharp guy and smart as a whip!!!
I dont know, but my favourite character of The Godfather (Movie/Book) is Tom Hagen. Great work Robert
tom hanks was asked in an interview what is the epitome of great acting and he answered robert duvall the godfather 1972
This chap is really underrated , a true hollywood heavyweight.
No way Duvall is underrated!! That's because he's the most OVERRATED actor in every film he's done. EVER! He LOOKSZ EXACTLY the same for every role. He's never changed his voice. He uses the same mannerisms in every role. It's funking disgusting. Look at Brando, Penn, Deniro, Daniel-day Lewis, even idiots like Depp. He talks with his hands and that's what you get and all your gonna get. Can't stand his work.
@@petarkacic1561 So you're saying this is the same as Tom Hagen ruclips.net/video/k26hmRbDQFw/видео.html
@@petarkacic1561 Have a look at his performance in Lonesome Dove and then Apocalypse Now and then The Godfather. He has range, maybe not in the same league as Penn or DDL, but he's an excellent actor.
@Randy White I hate it when people do that
Very charismatic and mature actor. He was great in True Grit with John Wayne. He deserved better movies.
In no version of waking reality is any actor worth five times the value of Robert Duvall. "No Sir!"
al pacino deserved to get that much. I mean hagen was a background character and michael THE main character
Im going to say an affirmative on this. First of all - "bit part"?!?!?! Tom was supposed to be HIS BROTHER!!!!! How could he view Tom as a "bit part"!!! Then as an actor to offer him that after all he accomplished?!?! Yes, very insulting the more I think about it.
Always like his acting,,He is so good!
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That’s how we all spoke back. Then, no one was offended or their feelings hurt.
I really think that by the time part 3 came along, Pacino had lost the thread as to whom Michael was, or perhaps if was the script - but either way you just felt you weren't watching Michael Corleone anymore... It was someone else.
Al missed a beat in the eighties when he dropped out for a few years. Came back as a more cartoonish actor.
I felt the same. He was more an Al Pacino than Michael.
15 years was too long ago to make a sequel, I certainly didnt enjoy godfather 3
Correct
That’s because the script was a different Michael Corleone.
20 years had passed between Part 2 and 3.
So true Duvall, was GREAT in Godfather I & II. He should have been in Godfather III, then the movie would have been great. He is a terrific actor
Robert is so very right. My deepest respect for his honesty
Bob Costas had the greatest talk show of all time it's a shame nobody can see all the episodes today, they're absolutely priceless.
The Al Pacino from the 3rd part is a caricature of the Pacino from the 2 original movies...
it's not about Al Pacino, it's about the script
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totally
not to mention the horrible plastic surgery that made him look surprised throughout the movie
when he said he was going to get his Tony Bennett records, I knew Michael Corleone was changed
how can duvall
get offered only 1 mill for gf3? he is a academy award winner!
rogerdat45 fuck that shit, 1 oscar doesnt give you 1m for each role, he deserved it cuz hes tom fucking hagen and robert duvall
@@kevinzhang3313 I know you posted this two years ago but... Damn straight!
What’s crazy is Pacino hadn’t even won an Oscar by that point, and Duvall had.
Grant McKeever even if Pacino didn’t win an actor he was the bigger star I love Duvall but come on he wasn’t no Pacino
@@grantmckeever507 I don't think it's that crazy. I mean, Duvall does have 9 years on Pacino. I did notice something that you might think is a little crazy. They were the same age, 53 years old, when they won their Oscars :- o
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Tom wanted his piece of the action and Coppola wasn't kicking up
Coppola was pretty much broke by the time of Godfather 3 anyway
this is the most honest interview i’ve ever seen
Everyone overlooks Duvall in those films. Hagen's quiet and professional manner speaks of his debt of love to the Corleones. He's the one man above suspicion among men who do not trust each other further than immediate need. Vito has Hagen there to handle the complex angles, and he can count on Tom getting it done. As can Michael, who in the end sees via Fredo's betrayal that love is stronger than blood ties.
Michael sees nothing of that kind. He is insulting and threatening to Tom in their last meeting together.
Respect for Robert Duvall. This guy seems really down-to-earth when you compare him to other Hollywood actors. And looking back now, if they had added Tom Hagen to Godfather Part III, the movie would have mostly likely been more interesting than what we got. Didn't like how they killed him off-screen as well.
Robert Duvall is a very insightful and honest dude. You can just tell.
Great actor He was great in Lonesome Dove and Godfather 1 and 2
tender mercies ....watch it
Lonesome Dove might be the best thing ever on TV
lake fire and Colors, watch that
Just seen lonesome dove. Good stuff
Geranimo the legend
One of the great actors the deserved more recognition and respect!,,,,,, Just watch all his movies you will see!,,,,,
Mr Duvall . The truth! He’s the best that I know of. Thank you for sharing
Duvall is absolutely brilliant. Add to that he’s a straight-shooter, no B.S., and you can’t go wrong with him. If you haven’t seen him ‘Get Low,’ check it out.
If Robert Duvall would of been in Part 3 chances are the movie would of ranked higher at the box office .it would of been fair of course he would of been paid evenly as the rest .an original good movie no matter how many years later is still even more interesting and a big hit with more of the original cast.
Yeah i wanted to see michael vs tom in part 3.
Best decision ever made and most honest interview, part 3 was a money grabbing movie and it stank in comparison to the first 2
Possibly the best actor of the last 50 years.
Robert Duvall was awesome in "Days of Thunder."
I agreed. Brando was already an acting icon at that time. All the other actors were so in awe with his presence and inspired by him.
That's why everybody did a great job and thus Brando should get credits where credits were due--because of his presence the Godfather is what is.
Tom Hagen, my favourite character of the Series even if he's in only 2 parts. Such a great character and actor
Robert Duvall in Broken Trail. Superb!
IF YOU HAVENT SEEN THE GODFATHER, (DIRECTORS CUT), YOU HAVENT SEEN IT AS IT WAS MENT TO BE...
IT COMBINES 1&2 TOGETHER IN A TIMELINE AND IT IS JUST BRILLIANT....!!!
Really? I love these movies, so I’ll definitely check that out.
thats hard to believe, 3 is a joke.
I didn't see it either & I don't feel I missed anything because without Marlon Brando & Robert Duvall I wouldn't really be that interested.
If you love Robert Duvall in the Godfather movies, you have to watch him in the Great Santini.
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They should do Godfather 4, 5, and 6. 4 takes place after 3 with Vincent as the lead. 5 takes place in the 1930's to the events leading up to GF1 with Vito as the lead. 6 takes place between 1 and 2 with the events leading up to Fredo's betrayal of Michael.
Would love to see another film about Michael while he's still in his prime.
Of course, everyone would have to be recast except for Andy Garcia. They should do his story first.
Love Duvall's honesty here without walking on eggshells, and most definitely it's generally agreed upon by almost everyone that GF3 was not nearly as good as the first two, but from the perspective of quality of films overall released in that era and even MORE so these days, it's still a much better, well made film than most other movies out there anyway, but it's not a ''must see'' if you've already seen GF1 and 2.
What ever happened thankyou for for your movie's
Duvall had his run with Coppola, 3 great films in a row: GF 1, GF 2, and Apocalypse Now (where he really shined). He had already shown his stuff. And he's still great. His character 'Old Man' in The Road had the best lines and as per Duvall: he nailed it. Santini, Tender Mercies, True Confessions, he's had some seriously memorable roles and performances.
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Holy cow I remember this interviewer from the 90s, I loved his interviews! He's so smart, about the whole bizness and you can hear it around 2:30 or so when Mr. Duvall is like, right, right, right. There's a respect there and the interviewer is not kissing ass
3rd was flop indeed. such a honest guy!
Too bad he's underrated , cuz hes a real decent actor.
Robert Duvall is one of the VERY FEW actors who can even compare to Brando...and one of the very few with such a long career of first rate films...he was even in "To Kill a Mockingbird"!!
***** well, apparently Coppola underrated him when he wanted to pay him less than Diane Keaton for Godfather III...not that I dont think Keaton is great...she just wasnt as integral part of the plot line, especially towards the end of Godfather II, when Hagan was obviously becoming increasingly disillusioned with Michael, and his role in the family's future
***** I think that's what makes Michael's character so compelling...his complexity...it IS hard to connect with him and figure him out...Vito was the same way in some respects...one of the parts of the third film that I DID like was when Michael was in front of Don Tommasino's casket, and he realized that Dons Vito Corleone and Tommasino were both well loved in their community, while he himself was only feared.
george eskiadis Calm down.
Duvall is real stand up guy. What a stallion.
Two things brought down that movie . Duvall being replaced by George Hamilton and the corny unconvincing over acting parts of Eli Wallace.
LOL Eli Wallach is one of the few things I like about the movie. I guess I just like that he's in it. His dying is a bit much.
Don Altobello can only be played to perfection by the late, great Eli Wallach...
Try rewatch G3 and note his gestures picturing his words it's consummate acting at its best...
Are you saying giving Coppolas daughter a major role in the film which she destroyed, was a good move?
Slim Jim OMG, I know! She was so blah, bland!
Eli was not bad. That daughter of F. Coppola though 😪
This guy is a breath of fresh air
Thanks for posting this fivealex2010. I remember watching this back in '91. This was one of many great interviews on "Later with Bob Costas." If you have more I'd love to watch them. I sure miss that kind of approach to late night television: 1:30 in the morning, no live audience, no jokes, no monologue, no angry musicians, just a relaxed, intelligent and illuminating conversation between Bob and his guest. Those were the days....
Talking about Peter Boyle and Brando. Did you ever see the SNL bit "Dueling Brandos"? John Belushi and Peter Boyle dressed like Johnny Strabler (The Wild One) going back and forth trading Brando lines. One of the funniest moments in TV history.
Duvall's performance in the first two was so underrated. He could have actually saved Godfather 3 if they weren't so damn cheap...
Yep totally but i wonder how the ending would look like.
Robert Duvall is an alltime great.His performance in Network is something to behold.If you have never seen the movie network check it out.
I'm afraid Robert Duvall was right about GF3
Duvall's impersonation of Brando is really5 spot on😅😂
the best part is the last minute where duvall doesn't know if he should feel insulted
+JazzKeyboardist1 He should have felt ashamed that he sat down and talked with that weasel Costas.
That’s right,Godfather 3 was like in a different time,didn’t catch me at all!!!
Sorry to tell!!!
When I saw Part III, the first sign of trouble was seeing another actor playing Tom Hagen's role. It took me right out of the movie. Immediately.
But there was no character of tom Hagen in the third part
Ajmal Ks hes talking about Michaels lawyer
Yes, I was referring to Michael's lawyer.
I felt the replacement for Tom Hagen was also overacting. He should have played it cool.
Can't say that I blame Duvall for holding out for a bigger piece of the pie. He's a veteran actor. He was in parts 1 and 2 and his character was a major part of the series.
Part 3 was "ok" by my standards, which (like it or not) parts one and two are my comparisons, as are everyone else's. Right?
Duvall SHOULD HAVE received pay equal to Pacino, who was paid $5 million for part 3 ,and since he held a Best Supporting Nod for an Oscar for the films. The GF is one of THE best films ever made, period.
If we are talking money here, according to Wikipedia, part 3 had a $54 million dollar budget and grossed $136 million, so, there was plenty of cash made from part 3 even tho, it didn't have the same classic feel and appearance. Part 3 just didn't do it for me, and I would give this a "C" rating, so, maybe Duvall was better off not being in it after all.
He was totally correct in stating that part 3 was made for the money cause why else would you resurrect an old film and put a new part to it?
Idk for sure, but I'd say it's pretty safe to assume that the Godfather trilogy collectively would be worth over a Billion or two if sold
Not bad, since Paramount reportedly purchased the story from Mario Puzo for $84k. What a DEAL!!!
Wow, Robert Duvall so honest and so underrated actor. And he was right about part 3. :) Respect!
My favorite actor of all time, laying it on the line.
Tom Hagen was my favourite character. I loved his diplomacy and wit. He would have made a better Don than Michael.
Unfortunately that would've never happened, he wasn't a member of the Corleone family's bloodline
+Mario Capo Fredo was my favorite character. Him and the slum landlord who was going to evict the old lady for having a dog.
"Just when i think im out , they pull me back in....."
He was good in the Great Santini and Rambling Rose as well.
Tom Hagen had a dignified ruthlessness that I always really liked. Probably my favorite character in the first two movies. Number 3 would’ve been a better movie if Coppola could’ve found a way to make it work.
love this man!
He's A Great Actor...With Some Memorable Movies...
Im pretty sure he's still alive
Ethan Reuben
83 and still kickin' .... Yeah... Great Actor.....Some memorable scenes!
The Director was spitting out some nasty racial slurs....I'm Glad Tom Wasn't Black...
I have to agree with Robert Duvall, the 3rd one was not nearly as good as the first two. I really love the first ones, but I did miss seeing Duvall in 3; he's a great actor and I thought his role as Tom Hague was awesome (he was the only sane one LOL)
Tom Hagen was so calm and collected. And he would be huge in the third one, seeing as Michael wanted to change the business.
It really is a shame. But FFC didn't have the leverage to accede to Duvall's wishes; meanwhile, Pacino is a huge movie star. But Duvall, so intelligent, is correct: the third should have been Hagen's story. I always imagine the opening scene a tired, totally fatigued, totally corrupt Hagen - they could have relied on his character from "The Conversation" as well. The camera would follow Hagen through the hallways of one of the Twin Towers, or one of those awful skyscrapers on Sixth and 48th: he's just collecting signatures, talking to accounts receivable, etc, wrapping things up for the end of the day, and his last errand is to drop the paperwork off on the desk of the CEO - and that's our setup, that's the first glimpse of Michael. Tom says good night, and Michael says - "Tom, hold on, there's one more thing." Michael asks Tom to invite his kids, and Kay, to the ceremony at St Pat's, and Tom's reaction of surprise, reluctance, and offense sets up the whole film - *that* would have been a good movie!
*****
I don't think Duvall wanted the third one to be his story. That wouldn't make sense. But he was a key player who would be very important in the third film, no doubt. But not HIS story.
Paul Jesus You're correct. I didn't mean to imply I thought he did.
I do think, though, that that would have been an interesting way into the story. To replace him with George Hamilton - I mean, it's not the same man who directed the first two Godfathers. But it wasn't. Let's not forget that FFC was coming off absolutely devastating tragedies.
I'm still hoping for #4! There's a script. It cuts between contempo NYC and the early days of Sonny.
***** the absence of Robert Duvall was the main disappointment of Godfather 3….but I disagree with your timeframe for Godfather 4... It should cut between the early 60s, where 2 left off (think of the post-Castro/Kennedy assassinations scenarios), and the formative years of Don't Vito's family coming into power, prohibition, etc
I love his character in the films, my favorite! It’s a big deal that he wasn’t in the 3rd film.
I dont want you to be nervous tom. I know you're not the muscle of the family.
Dont like his politics but this man is among the Top 5 actors to have ever lived. So brilliant in everything he is in.
Great actor
I love this, really appreciate his honesty here.
I agree that third part was very poor . But some how the point is right. third part is not much about role,acting but point of how ending one empire such is Corleone family.sorry for my English.And one more thing, Duval is right ,he said right. He did so much in first two parts.
thank u Maurizio :)) nice to meet u 2
Robert Duvall's honesty is refreshing. No bending over backward for anyone. I like it.
I don't think The Godfather Part III can ever be fairly judged since it will always be compared to Part I and II, which are by and large considered the greatest films ever made. What IS better than those two films? Part III is not a bad film by any stretch of the imagination. It's still a compelling story with solid, multi-dimensional characters and it acts as an honest addendum to the previous parts. It gave closure to the story, something I always felt Part II did not do. If we took Part III as a standalone film, it would have been far more well received at the time and far more well regarded as the years have gone on.
Whether they did it for money or not, The Godfather Part III is a very good movie.
J Hallenbeck I have said what you said COUNTLESS times. The third film should be taken as a standalone film. That's how I always took it, and I've never seen it as being anything but a solid, good film.
+J Hallenbeck Agree.
Part 2 ends off after Michael kills Fredo then they flashback to him sitting with the whole family and at the end it just ends up being Michael alone in the room just as he’s alone after he killed fredo it was symbolic that everyone he had was gone and that flashback was a foreshadow of those events
J Hallenbeck But it could have been great.
J Hallenbeck a
These are great clips you post
The coolest thing in III was that old assassin killing one of the twin bodyguards but positioning his body so it looks like the assassin was dead so he could ambush the brother.
Duvall is best!! Super talented. Wish I could meet him
Thanks for the upload too. This was a really good job by Bob Costas honestly. I'm not a fan of his but he interviewed Duvall like a fan would. Not asking what you think of the world or madonna. He hits him with what I was thinking honestly. He was right. First question, given this was 1991 should have been GF3. And he stayed with it. Good job!
GIII was shot beautifully, as I'd have expected from FFC. Wardrobe, everything, great. But it did not deliver. Robert D is absolutely bang on with his appraisal.
The finest actor of his generation.
The best four actors of my generation who were all about the same age,and have been making movies for the last 50 years are Clint Eastwood,Sean Connery,Gene Hackman,and Robert Duvall..All about 82-83 years old now
Smart man not to be in part 3. For that matter, I don't have part three in my collection.
Great straight up and down answer to the question 🙋♂️ involving money 💰 which is not often people are so honest
He looks the same way now, 21 years later...
Loved his character in the films. It's really a shame that he wasn't in the third movie. Can't believe either that Duvall is 83 years old already! :o