How do you like the new intro? You'll still be seeing the old one from time to time from videos I've already made but not yet published. It will be slowly phased out.
I've always been curious if Carmela Corleone [Morgana King] had a larger role, thatbended up on the cutting room floor. Yes, the film focuses heavily on the male characters. I'm not trying to start a debate about that... it just seems her absence in many scenes creates a void. It was mentioned in this video at least one of here scenes was cut... are there many more? Was it a conscious decision by FFC to highlight in this world, women are peripheral, operating in the background, seen but not heard? There are basically 4 female characters spotlighted they're... Mama, Connie, Kay and Apollonia. Yeah, there's Clemenza's wife on the stoop ... "Don't forget the connoli" .... it's so brief, yet it sets up one of the best memes of the movie. (An aside): Is it just me, or can anyone else, instantly recall the specific report that pistol made firing those 2 shots? The sound mixer did an excellent job, slightly muffled, but echoey sound from inside the car. Mama, Connie, Kay, Apollonia. Apollonia, really was an ornament, representing the past ... little dialogue. Small role. Mama even smaller, except she sang Luna Mezz'o Mare. [Love the translation of that song] So, is there more of Mama. She seems under utilized. Michael wouldn't even kill Fredo ... til she kicked it. That kind of respect, but in the background. Was Morgana King only brought in as Carmela because of the song? Kay and Connie, were the only 2 that made an impact in the story. 1 as a puncher, the other as a punchee.
Francis Ford Coppola and Al Ruddy were under extreme pressure from Paramount to cut the running time of the film to allow theater owners to get in two showings per night. So some scenes had to be sacrificed.
The scene you're talking with Sonny not sitting in his father's chair symbolized to me his respect for his father that he felt. I always thought that Sonny thought that if he sat in it, it would be like he was saying that his father was going to die from being shot, and he, Sonny, was taking the reigns of power now. He wasn't prepared to let his father go, so he didn't sit in his chair behind his desk.
I think that's a great explanation...or it could be that Sonny respected his father enough to know he wasn't the head of the family yet and knew he didn't deserve to sit in that chair...but it all ties in...in any case Sonny was calm cool and intelligent in the situation..
There is a delicate balance between those two stages of grief - denial and acceptance. He wasn’t ready to let go of his father as patriarch nor was he ready to step into that. Rightfully.
I was recently re-watching this movie and I think you're right Sunny just had great respect for his father. I think he did the right thing by not sitting in that chair. His father was not dead.
The Godfather Saga and Epic Marathons are played on AMC twice a year in my city. I never miss them. All of the deleted scenes are included. It's about 8 hours long. I have been watching the Godfather for 50 years now and it never gets old. I always discover something new.
It would be nice if it was re-released in theaters for the anniversary. I never had the chance to see it on the big screen. To be fair, I was only 4 at the time!
6:10 Sonny is alone while he's driving the causeway on his way to get murdered. That's where I grew up. 7:09 my great aunt's house was in Brooklyn. It was very dark. That's just the way it was. You turned off lights when you left the room because your father paid the light bill. The wood was very dark, polished, shiny. The crystal chandeliers. Picture frames. All very familiar to me.
Why was a dark? Your British, think the Blitz. ... As for his "making something to eat" he didn't eat, he "noshed," ... a Jewish term. Food = Love. ... Sonny didn't sit in the Don's chair out of reverence, no last rites had been given. Completely different when the more powerful, more secure Michael sat in his father's chair after Vito's death.
A good point is made about the emptiness of the house when Vito got shot. I have talked about this to family and friends after my mom died. Growing up and living in the apartment, I was often alone in it whenever mom went shopping but never noticed it feeling empty because I was there. After she died and my brother and I met in the apartment to look over her belongings, I noticed how empty the apartment felt because I knew she was NOT going to come back to it. It was a completely different feeling.
Speaking of the depth of Santino, there’s a scene in the movie that went 180° the other direction from the book. In the movie, Santino laughs at Michael for wanting to hit the Turk and the crooked cop. In the book, Santino is laughing because he had been waiting for Michael to step up and be his right hand because he knew Michael had the strength.
I agree. IMO Sonny understood that Michael was a combat veteran and knew enough about the nature of the war in the Pacific that he was no stranger to up-close and personal killing. He also knew that there was no point in involving Fredo in any business beyond managing things that wouldn't require any "rough stuff" and his preference was to rely on a brother over even a proven "outsider" like Luca or Al Neri.
@@tonyjones1560 All that is true, but why would he refer to Michael as a college boy in an ivy league suit? Just breaking balls? In the GF TV saga in the 1970s, Michael is on the cover of Life magazine for his heroism. I wish I could see the GF saga again but it's nowhere to be found.
@@lawrencelewis2592 Yes, I think Sonny was just breaking balls. Remember Clemenza's conversation with Michael as he was preparing him to carry out the Sollozzo hit (in the movie), specifically a comment to the effect of "We were all proud of your being a hero in the war." The circumstances were different but Michael probably had more bodies "on" him than Sonny did...and Sonny knew this. Admittedly, I've made a ton of inferences here but I think they're mostly reasonable. It's not easy to do because it's trying to "square" the book portrayals with the movie portrayals ("book people" are always more "fleshed out"). The "book" Michael wasn't quite the...goody two shoes?...the "movie" guy was.
I agree, as I pointed out elsewhere in these comments. The real Michael, from both the evidence of the book and the film script, would be a frightening character.
Don't forget that, in the movie, Clamenza and then Tessio laugh first, and then Sunny laughs. In part, it seems to be an Italian thing (which is why a quick cut to Tom Hagen reveals Hagen's non-Italian disgust). I think the laugh derives from the irony of "college boy" Michael, who wants nothing to do with the family business, suddenly switching to "I'll kill them both."
I would definitely recommend reading the book to anyone who enjoyed the movies. It provides much more context and more character development than what was possible in the film version.
Having watched CineRanter’s thoughtful analysis and read your own comment, I intend to do just that - read the book, which, as a fan of the 3 movies, to my shame, I have not yet done.
@@magnificentmuttley2084 The film is better than the book which is poorly written. It also goes off in unnecessary tangents like the woman Sonny has sex with on Connie's wedding day having an operation on her vagina because she's *so huge* down there that only Sonny can satisfy her... Puzo seems to go on about that *FOREVER.*
OR,, The audio book for lazy people like myself. In fact,, you can listen to it right hear on the, RUclips . That's right, for free right hear just do a quick search, "audio book, the godfather. " enjoy.
I Have seen the full version, were everything in it, and I mean all the deleted scenes. of the Godfather. It was shown once in the 80,s on the BBC, in the night. The vhs times. And I never taped it.
2:40 The smile of Vito in hospital is so touching. Having a good father or a similar figure is so important. So many boys and sons crumble cause of bad father's be it that they couldn't be trusted due violence and impulsivity - absence and neglect. A father can mess up many things but never abuse or neglect your sons. It is an insult when such fathers expect when they are old being cared for or getting visited. Must sons or daughters of bad father's are suffering quite if the situation of speaking out the crimes against them are denied cause the environment can't believe it cause it contradicts the image they had from person who is the father. The current vulgar slander of masculinity and fatherhood is deeply hurtful to our culture it isn't about rejecting masculinity cause real masculinity is the answer and not denying it cause there are bad apples like everywhere.
Even if sonny knew his father was dead you don’t sit in that chair till you figured everyone felt you deserved it, that would be till after the business at hand is finalized.
At this point his Father is not dead. Sonny didn't sit out of respect. To sit in that chair BEFORE his father died would have spoken without words that he desired his father's death.
They did do a movie with ALL of the deleted scenes and in chronological order called "The Godfather Saga", but surely you must know that! And don't say I'm calling you "Shirley"!
I have a box set copy of the VHS special release from the 70’s called The Godfather “the epic.” It’s so interesting to watch the films edited together in chronological order. The film begins with the funeral of Don Coleone’s father, which is the beginning of part two and states he was born with the name of ( I think) Vito Andolini. Such a cool piece of cinema history.
My favorite one is where Vito gets revenge on every single one back in Sicily. Michael finally getting Fabrisio is a close second. Really helps complete the picture all those deleted scenes.
Me my ex watched the scene with sunny and the first thing she said when he sat in the other chair is that he loves as well as respects his father so much that he has faith that his father is still alive and will come back to sit in the chair. So he sat in the chair out of faith, admiration and respect for his father. Sunny also intended to fight until his father fully recovered.
The deleted Sonny scenes definitely added some crucial nuance & depth to the character that really should have been left in the original film. I feel like the scenes were cut for no other reason than to not take the focus away from Michael. I definitely understand why James Caan was upset about it.
There is an interview with Coppola where he explains a clause in his contract with the studio, that the movie can not run more than ninety minutes. He was forced to edit the movie down. That being said when they saw the edited version they realized they couldn’t hold him to the time limit. He had to cut out a lot anyway, to keep control of the film as they were going to send it to their own editors and Coppola would lose creative control.
James Caan was upset at his scenes being cut not because they were “pivotal” or “crucial”, he was upset because they were scenes where he was the main focus. Narcissistic actors- all of them.
2:26 There's a deleted scene where the family visit Genco on his deathbed and during it Michael and Vito talk with Vito asking what Michael's medals are for and when Michael says they're for bravery Vito says something similar to Sonny's "They're saps because they risk their lives for strangers" from Godfather II's last flashback.
The line that Vito says to Michael after asking him about the medals and Michael says they are for bravery Vito says what miracles do you perform for strangers...awesome classic line
Michael fought to save his country from the evils of Nazism. Ultimately he fought to to defend a country that allowed ihs family to be prosperous. Michael fought to help to not only strangers but also his family. He was no sap.
I thought “The Godfather Epic” was the mashup of the 1st two movies in chronological order. That one is my absolute FAVORITE way to watch. It is 7hrs long and I make a day of it lol
There was a scene that was deleted where Sonny says "When it comes to the Action there is no one better than me"..Sonny was a tactical street warrior whose skills were honed in the previous mob war some 10 years earlier. He was very effective then and was equally effective in this war. They killed Luca and Sonny killed Tataglia's son...Also, in the book it was Sonny who not only came up with the idea to take out the heads of the five families, he started to have them tailed to see their routines. Of course he died before he could carry out his plan. The movie did not go into a deep dive on Sonny, had they, it would have been seen just how truly disastrous his demise really was.
I think all the deleted scenes from The Godfather and The Godfather Part II were all incredible. Whether it be the scene when Genco has Vito at his bedside, asking Vito to stay to scare death away. That tells you of his perceived power. I like the deleted scene of Sonny squeezing the phone out of anger then later sits in Vito's study.but won't sit in his father's chair.
8:51 In the book Carmela,Vito's wife was concerned about his change from a normal man to a ruthless crime boss but she tolerated it because Vito was still devoted to their family despite his crimes. And since she was a Catholic she went to mass to pray for Vito's soul every day because she believed that if she didn't he'd go to hell.
@@frankdees507 Another point I want to make is this long debate who was the better woman for Michael. Yes, Apollonia would be the perfect wife for Him. Michael was bored hiding in Sicily. Yes, Michael loved Apollonia but he loved what he saw in her. Apollonia, wasn’t ignorant either. She would never question Michael about business. All she would do is cook and have Michael’s kids and learning English. As for Kay, she wasn’t afraid of Michael. She stood up to him and asked him about his business affairs. Michael told her too much. That was his weakness. Out of the two, Kay was Michael’s true love.
@@dailmcdavid1714 wait … what? Who? The only philanderer was Sonny. As indicated in the book and movie, Sonny swung a big bat and had a large libido with it. Michael was “struck by lightning “ when he saw Appollonia.
9:55 When my Grandmother died , we left the clinic and right next went to her and my Grandfather's house .And when we sat at the table , he offered me the same seat I would usually see her in all the time , the same one I went to when I wanted to give her affection .Her sitting there is an image that remains with me .Maybe that is why Santino is refuses to sit: out of Reverence .That is Papa's chair , not mine .And maybe he still wants to feel his Father's presence in a way .That is what hits us hardest when someone dies: their lack of presence .
I've seen a version on cable where they include this scene. It is brilliant. In the book, Sunny is not only a lot more intelligent than he's made out to be in the movie, he's considered one of the best wartime bosses ever. He was very close to breaking the other families, forcing them to sue for peace before he was killed because he managed to shut down every money making racket they had with constant pressure and attacks. His love for his sister was his downfall. He actually would have eventually become a great Don, one can assume as he aged he would get his anger and "appetites" under control. In that regard, Sunny was also famous in the book.
The original Godfather Epic was of 1 & 2 and done in chronological order with a lot of deleted scenes added - It came in a 5 VHS tape, package like the Book The Godfather - I bought it in 1979 & thanks to my X-Wife lost (stolen) in 1998
Had thecl scene with Fanuci getting rolled by some kids behind a building with Vito seeing how Fanuci could be caught alone. It wasn't in Part II in theaters.
@@josefschmeau4682 The orange foreshadowed when something was going to happen with or too the individuals involved in the scene. The best example was the godfather purchasing oranges when he was shot and later in his mouth when he died.
To me, when I watch The Godfather, I have to take the time out to watch it in its entirety. If I don’t, I feel I’m disrespecting the film. It’s a MASTERPIECE.
@@thomasbaron5367 - It is one of the most overrated films out there. Too long and boring and very little action. People like it because they are fascinated by the mafia crime world. Also it is fake a film. I prefer real life documentaries on the real life drug Lord Pablo Escobar who actually made more money gross per week than General Motors. Vito was making chump change in comparison. In an attempt to change the laws of extradition, Escobar offered to pay Colombia's debt--an estimated 10 billion dollars. He also had a Learjet specifically to fly his cash around.
Corvette Dude mob dons live longer and have a tendency to stay alive and do business more than drug dealers, though. And remember, it’s business first, not prosperity. It’s just basic hustling.
@@CORVETTE_DUDE_CHANNEL Don Corleone was mob boss of the most important city in America (and post WW2, the world). He also controlled the gambling capital of America.. He had powerful friends, including politicians that he carried around in his pocket, like so many nickels and dimes.. He transferred control of his empire to his son Michael, who expanded the family's reach even further and who attacked the heads all of the other families of New York simultaneously.
@@CORVETTE_DUDE_CHANNEL when you talk about the action the mob is as good as it gets and don't forget that!! "Santino corleone" plus when you talk about power and money tell me why a drug lord like escobar has zero power in america? The mob could easily go to mexico or colombia but they cannot go to new york thats the biggest difference
@cineranter 11:00 "[..] and straight away phones Tessio, who if I remember correctly has not appeared in the film yet" Tessio appears numerous times at the wedding though little distinguishes him from the other guests. He is seen dancing with a little girl standing on his feet.
I remember buying my dad the two movies cut chronologically when I was a kid. I wonder if he still has those vhs tapes. I would have no way to play them but still...
I agree. They should put all 3 parts together plus all of the deleted scenes. The only things you'd need would be a free weekend to binge on, a fridge full of beverages, and plenty of buttered popcorn. I think most of the country would be tuned in. What an event that would be. 😍
Watching the scene in the sun room between Michael & Fredo, if you watch it in Hi-def, when Michael says the lines, "you're not a brother, etc., etc.," cold frost is spewing from Michael's mouth as if he were outside in the winter weather. That cinematic 5star nuance, to me, was greater than the whole shootout scene in the train station of the "Untouchables". The frost from Michael's mouth as he's disavowing Fredo is a triple exclamation point to Fredo's end which happens there before he is physically whacked.
I agree with most of the reasons why he didn’t sit in the chair but adding one more. Sonny was the first born and more than likely had a strict father. He knew the rule was don’t eat in father’s den and more importantly don’t sit in his chair.
I think one of the best back story missing in the film from the book, is the the whole war between corleone and Marazano, Santino leading when Don was injured, the ferocity of Luca Brasi, the way Al Capone and the Chicago crew got mocked. That whole war cemented the Corelone as the most powerful family. Just highlighted the captain Clemenza and Tessio tactical nous in the war, Santino aggressive nature actually was handy in this war, Luca ferocity and Genco orchestrating. This this was Corelone at there peak.
@@jimc.goodfellas I took it as reverence to someone you've looked up to your whole life. As someone who has recently lost the patriarch to the family can attest, I could not easily go into his room nor sit on his bed or handle his things. It was out of respect!
The epic version played on HBO so it had to be official and it's the 1st 2 films with every single deleted scene and it is 7 hours long chronologically, you have to watch Coda for 3
Would be cool if next year for the 50 year anniversary of The Godfather they put all the films together with all the deleted scenes. That would be incredible. You could even break it up into a mini series.
This version already exists, they just won't sell it as it is STILL an HBO exclusive. They aired it quite a bit in late '16 early '17 and I DVR'd it and now I can never get rid of this DVR. It is about 7hrs long. The Godfather 1 and 2 anyway, which is most of the book. Most of the Vegas/Hollywood/Sonny's mistress is what never made the cut. I don't care about III.
@@debbieking5171 well they actually had a Godfather TV series that ran back in the 70’s on cable that was GF1 and 2 with deleted scenes but I don’t know if it ever released on dvd
Also, I held off from watching the deleted scene until after the analysis. And after going back to find the scene and watch it, I'm glad I waited. The weight of the scene was WAAAAAY more felt if you watch your vid first. :D
Tesio did, in fact, appear in the movie prior to the attempt on Vito's life. At Connie's wedding he danced with a little girl who stood on top of his shoes.
The Godfather: The Epic is a chronological version of Godfather I and II, including scenes with the dying consigliere and the scene referred to here. Francis Ford Coppola refused to allow this to be released non DVD. I bought it as a VHS 30 years ago, still have it and would welcome it being released in DVD format, though I seem to recall there is a laser disc version. The less said about Godfather III the better.
Santino didn’t sit in his Father’s chair out of respect. Also it’s tempting fate to sit in that spot, invites death, like speaking about a horrible disease invites. Any old school Italian would tell you that. In some families when the head of the family dies, their space at the dinner table or favorite chair goes left unused.
AMC showed The Godfather trilogy in chronological order with all the deleted scenes in it. I can't find some of the deleted on the internet like Michael playing fetch with a security dog before his big party.
The scene I would most like to see restored is the death of Fabrizio, which was actually shot twice and jettisoned twice, (once for I and once for II.) Apollonia’s death was tragic and deeply personal to Michael. It remains an unresolved loose end in the film. Michael’s vengeance hits are otherwise thorough and complete, making this omission highly uncharacteristic of him.
Fabrizio's death was in the GF saga that I saw on TV in about 1979. Haven't seen it since. I think it was part of part 2, not part 1 but I could be wrong.
@@lawrencelewis2592 You’re not wrong. Footage from the second version survived, but unfortunately the first version (from Part 1) is lost. All that’s left is an amazing still photo of Michael in a fedora holding a machine gun-which doesn’t appear in any GF film. Too bad.
A true Sicilian revenge would have been blowing up Fabrizio's wife and kids while he watched, letting him suffer a while and only then killing him in some cruel manner, like burning to death in his pizza oven. If Michael did otherwise he was being merciful.
@@lawrencelewis2592 No, it wasn't a "machine gun" but a double barreled sawed off shotgun like his bodyguards carried in Sicily. And as a revenge killing by a Sicilian husband for the death of a wife, it's completely in character for even a Boss like Michael to get his hands dirty killing Fabrizio himself.
Been at the beach brang the original godfather trilogy with me and it had the specials disc with all of them just watched them all the other day perfect timing it also taught me who Genco was I wasn’t sure what character he was in the 2nd movie or if he had even died yet! The Godfather Trilogy with deleted scenes is on Amazon but it’s $50-$90
@CineRanter - when you said (or even, confessed!) you weren’t going to show the video clip of the deleted scene, you almost lost me right there but I have to say, your delivery of your description of the deleted scene was excellent. You got me hooked and listening for the rest. I understand why you couldn’t include it but it would’ve been great to see that. I totally agree with you (and sympathise with James Caan) as it would’ve enhanced the weight of Sonny’s story and James Caan’s characterisation. I have to admit, to my shame, I have not read Mario Puzo’s novel, now, undoubtedly, a modern classic. As my beloved wife can testify to, just about every time The Godfather is on the TV schedule, I watch it....avidly. Also, the sequels, with equal relish. I agree with you whole-heartedly, each deleted scene SHOULD be available and included in a complete anthology of one of the most watchable and absorbing movie narratives ever produced. Thank you Francis Ford Coppola. No doubt, those with the final say (the studio executives) have control of the final cut, in any production. Not even Mr Coppola can wield that control or have ownership of the complete negative. This is very unfortunate, particularly in this case. Thank you for posting. You are clearly a lover of movies and perhaps a screenwriter yourself, or at least, a frustrated filmmaker. And thank you also for putting your own voice to your video. I hate it when some RUclips contributors resort to using text-to-voice synthesisers.
I think you do a good job with your analysis, and the fact finding within your videos… it’s enjoyable, and I keep coming back… keep up the good work and thank you
Those two guys loved and respected each other. Sonny apologized and Tom forgave him without having to say it. They had shortcomings like all of us but complimented each other well.
How do you like the new intro? You'll still be seeing the old one from time to time from videos I've already made but not yet published. It will be slowly phased out.
The only one that kinda sucked was the birthday party I wished Brando would’ve showed up to make it a bit more memorable in my opinion
The intro is fine.You could make an intro like that but related to the movie or tv show you would talk in a video
where is the original sound from?
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I've always been curious if Carmela Corleone [Morgana King] had a larger role, thatbended up on the cutting room floor. Yes, the film focuses heavily on the male characters. I'm not trying to start a debate about that... it just seems her absence in many scenes creates a void.
It was mentioned in this video at least one of here scenes was cut... are there many more?
Was it a conscious decision by FFC to highlight in this world, women are peripheral, operating in the background, seen but not heard?
There are basically 4 female characters spotlighted they're... Mama, Connie, Kay and Apollonia. Yeah, there's Clemenza's wife on the stoop ... "Don't forget the connoli" .... it's so brief, yet it sets up one of the best memes of the movie.
(An aside): Is it just me, or can anyone else, instantly recall the specific report that pistol made firing those 2 shots? The sound mixer did an excellent job, slightly muffled, but echoey sound from inside the car.
Mama, Connie, Kay, Apollonia.
Apollonia, really was an ornament, representing the past ... little dialogue. Small role.
Mama even smaller, except she sang Luna Mezz'o Mare. [Love the translation of that song]
So, is there more of Mama. She seems under utilized. Michael wouldn't even kill Fredo ... til she kicked it. That kind of respect, but in the background. Was Morgana King only brought in as Carmela because of the song?
Kay and Connie, were the only 2 that made an impact in the story. 1 as a puncher, the other as a punchee.
Francis Ford Coppola and Al Ruddy were under extreme pressure from Paramount to cut the running time of the film to allow theater owners to get in two showings per night. So some scenes had to be sacrificed.
50 years
I’d like to see an HD version of the first film with all the deleted scenes in it.
Available. Get it or shut up.
I always thought James Caan was an underrated actor. I never understood why he wasn't cast in more films.
The scene you're talking with Sonny not sitting in his father's chair symbolized to me his respect for his father that he felt. I always thought that Sonny thought that if he sat in it, it would be like he was saying that his father was going to die from being shot, and he, Sonny, was taking the reigns of power now. He wasn't prepared to let his father go, so he didn't sit in his chair behind his desk.
I think that's a great explanation...or it could be that Sonny respected his father enough to know he wasn't the head of the family yet and knew he didn't deserve to sit in that chair...but it all ties in...in any case Sonny was calm cool and intelligent in the situation..
There is a delicate balance between those two stages of grief - denial and acceptance. He wasn’t ready to let go of his father as patriarch nor was he ready to step into that. Rightfully.
I was recently re-watching this movie and I think you're right Sunny just had great respect for his father. I think he did the right thing by not sitting in that chair. His father was not dead.
In Star Trek, Scotty would never sit in Captain Kirk's chair, even when he was in command. Same thing.
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Me too i want someone to add every single deleted scene and fix it to hd level, the saga or epic versions dont have all the deleted scenes
The Godfather Saga and Epic Marathons are played on AMC twice a year in my city. I never miss them. All of the deleted scenes are included. It's about 8 hours long. I have been watching the Godfather for 50 years now and it never gets old. I always discover something new.
When are they televised?
RIP James Caan (Sonny Corleone)
0:32 The Godfather was released in March 1972 so it's almost 50 rears since release.
It would be nice if it was re-released in theaters for the anniversary. I never had the chance to see it on the big screen. To be fair, I was only 4 at the time!
Sonni woulndn't have sat in the chair until he knew that his father was dead. It'sjust respect for both his father and the Don
A lot of people don't know that Morgana King who played the older mother was a fantastic night club jazz singer.
6:10 Sonny is alone while he's driving the causeway on his way to get murdered. That's where I grew up.
7:09 my great aunt's house was in Brooklyn. It was very dark. That's just the way it was. You turned off lights when you left the room because your father paid the light bill. The wood was very dark, polished, shiny. The crystal chandeliers. Picture frames. All very familiar to me.
Why was a dark? Your British, think the Blitz. ... As for his "making something to eat" he didn't eat, he "noshed," ... a Jewish term. Food = Love. ... Sonny didn't sit in the Don's chair out of reverence, no last rites had been given. Completely different when the more powerful, more secure Michael sat in his father's chair after Vito's death.
A good point is made about the emptiness of the house when Vito got shot. I have talked about this to family and friends after my mom died. Growing up and living in the apartment, I was often alone in it whenever mom went shopping but never noticed it feeling empty because I was there. After she died and my brother and I met in the apartment to look over her belongings, I noticed how empty the apartment felt because I knew she was NOT going to come back to it. It was a completely different feeling.
Your mother was head of a mafia family?
I felt that when my “mother “ grandmother died.. once her apartment was empty I just broke apart
I drive by my grandmas house in Mandan ND when I’m in town. Not the same without her…..
The ludicrous scenes where Michael wears his uniform constantly is risible , no US army officer would ever do that
Speaking of the depth of Santino, there’s a scene in the movie that went 180° the other direction from the book. In the movie, Santino laughs at Michael for wanting to hit the Turk and the crooked cop. In the book, Santino is laughing because he had been waiting for Michael to step up and be his right hand because he knew Michael had the strength.
I agree. IMO Sonny understood that Michael was a combat veteran and knew enough about the nature of the war in the Pacific that he was no stranger to up-close and personal killing. He also knew that there was no point in involving Fredo in any business beyond managing things that wouldn't require any "rough stuff" and his preference was to rely on a brother over even a proven "outsider" like Luca or Al Neri.
@@tonyjones1560 All that is true, but why would he refer to Michael as a college boy in an ivy league suit? Just breaking balls? In the GF TV saga in the 1970s, Michael is on the cover of Life magazine for his heroism. I wish I could see the GF saga again but it's nowhere to be found.
@@lawrencelewis2592 Yes, I think Sonny was just breaking balls. Remember Clemenza's conversation with Michael as he was preparing him to carry out the Sollozzo hit (in the movie), specifically a comment to the effect of "We were all proud of your being a hero in the war." The circumstances were different but Michael probably had more bodies "on" him than Sonny did...and Sonny knew this. Admittedly, I've made a ton of inferences here but I think they're mostly reasonable. It's not easy to do because it's trying to "square" the book portrayals with the movie portrayals ("book people" are always more "fleshed out"). The "book" Michael wasn't quite the...goody two shoes?...the "movie" guy was.
I agree, as I pointed out elsewhere in these comments. The real Michael, from both the evidence of the book and the film script, would be a frightening character.
Don't forget that, in the movie, Clamenza and then Tessio laugh first, and then Sunny laughs. In part, it seems to be an Italian thing (which is why a quick cut to Tom Hagen reveals Hagen's non-Italian disgust). I think the laugh derives from the irony of "college boy" Michael, who wants nothing to do with the family business, suddenly switching to "I'll kill them both."
I love the Sonny character...got killed trying to protect his sister...a real man
I would definitely recommend reading the book to anyone who enjoyed the movies. It provides much more context and more character development than what was possible in the film version.
Having watched CineRanter’s thoughtful analysis and read your own comment, I intend to do just that - read the book, which, as a fan of the 3 movies, to my shame, I have not yet done.
@@magnificentmuttley2084 The film is better than the book which is poorly written.
It also goes off in unnecessary tangents like the woman Sonny has sex with on Connie's wedding day having an operation on her vagina because she's *so huge* down there that only Sonny can satisfy her...
Puzo seems to go on about that *FOREVER.*
I finished it last night. Puzo likes writing about sex.
@@ppuh6tfrz646 Dr Jules the swashbuckling abortionist.
OR,, The audio book for lazy people like myself. In fact,, you can listen to it right hear on the, RUclips . That's right, for free right hear just do a quick search, "audio book, the godfather. " enjoy.
11:04 Tessio appeared very briefly in the wedding scene when he dances with a little girl
He didn’t sit in the chair out of love and respect for his father
The golfer?
His FAWWWTHAA
Because all them gurls don't make you a man
I Have seen the full version, were everything in it, and I mean all the deleted scenes. of the Godfather. It was shown once in the 80,s on the BBC, in the night. The vhs times. And I never taped it.
I never thought of walking into my home in 93 the morning after my Papa died this way but was. It was quiet… and devoid of life. No one there but me
2:40 The smile of Vito in hospital is so touching. Having a good father or a similar figure is so important.
So many boys and sons crumble cause of bad father's be it that they couldn't be trusted due violence and impulsivity - absence and neglect. A father can mess up many things but never abuse or neglect your sons. It is an insult when such fathers expect when they are old being cared for or getting visited.
Must sons or daughters of bad father's are suffering quite if the situation of speaking out the crimes against them are denied cause the environment can't believe it cause it contradicts the image they had from person who is the father.
The current vulgar slander of masculinity and fatherhood is deeply hurtful to our culture it isn't about rejecting masculinity cause real masculinity is the answer and not denying it cause there are bad apples like everywhere.
I think that Sonny did not sit in Don Corleone's chair out of respect. That was HIS chair, nobody sits in it but him.
My first thought also. Particularly when you are not sure if he is dead or alive. That would feel improper in any family, any business.
He did it out of respect for his fawtha
Even if sonny knew his father was dead you don’t sit in that chair till you figured everyone felt you deserved it, that would be till after the business at hand is finalized.
At this point his Father is not dead. Sonny didn't sit out of respect. To sit in that chair BEFORE his father died would have spoken without words that he desired his father's death.
Sonny respected his dad and Don Vito
They did do a movie with ALL of the deleted scenes and in chronological order called "The Godfather Saga", but surely you must know that! And don't say I'm calling you "Shirley"!
Almost 50 years. Incredible.
Over 50 now
@@biswasronit yes the book. Movie turn fifty next year though it might have been filmed in 1971
Tempus fugit.
8:51
Exactly.
I have a box set copy of the VHS special release from the 70’s called The Godfather “the epic.” It’s so interesting to watch the films edited together in chronological order. The film begins with the funeral of Don Coleone’s father, which is the beginning of part two and states he was born with the name of ( I think) Vito Andolini. Such a cool piece of cinema history.
It was respect
I believe Fredo could have gone off by himself and ran a successful and respectable chain of Mickey Mouse themed nightclubs.
No doubt. 😁
he could of run them 2 at a time!!!
plenty of cocktail waitresses!!!!!
@@shaneanderson4329 Yes, two extra on shift, at all times. Cause Freddy, was always ready!
In the novel, Fredo was a complete fuck up
Back in the early 80s GF 1 and GF2 were recut and shown as a 1 hour a week tv series in chronological order .
I.recorded it on VHS tape. Still have it and a vcr.
My favorite one is where Vito gets revenge on every single one back in Sicily. Michael finally getting Fabrisio is a close second. Really helps complete the picture all those deleted scenes.
The scene of Vito killing the old man in Sicily and escaping in the car is referenced in Boardwalk Empire when Nucky goes to Ireland.
Me my ex watched the scene with sunny and the first thing she said when he sat in the other chair is that he loves as well as respects his father so much that he has faith that his father is still alive and will come back to sit in the chair. So he sat in the chair out of faith, admiration and respect for his father. Sunny also intended to fight until his father fully recovered.
Seems like a good girl. Smart
Exactly!
Right to the point but the character's name was Sonny
My favourite deleted scene is "What about Sicily" "What about Sonny" Mike and Vito talking.
The deleted Sonny scenes definitely added some crucial nuance & depth to the character that really should have been left in the original film. I feel like the scenes were cut for no other reason than to not take the focus away from Michael. I definitely understand why James Caan was upset about it.
There is an interview with Coppola where he explains a clause in his contract with the studio, that the movie can not run more than ninety minutes. He was forced to edit the movie down. That being said when they saw the edited version they realized they couldn’t hold him to the time limit. He had to cut out a lot anyway, to keep control of the film as they were going to send it to their own editors and Coppola would lose creative control.
@@buddyrichable1 That sucks.
They should've cut the dance scene w Connie down and shortened another few as to allow this deleted one with Santino.
The Godfather was brilliant as is, but these deleted scenes are very interesting
Yes, I completely agree with your assessment.
James Caan was upset at his scenes being cut not because they were “pivotal” or “crucial”, he was upset because they were scenes where he was the main focus. Narcissistic actors- all of them.
Vito Corleone was shot by Tattaglia's men. Sollozzo didn't have his own crew. He was instead allied with the Tattaglia Family.
As cut outs for Barzini. "It was Barzini all along."
Love The Godfather films ..keep making videos about em and we'll keep watching em
Great analysis, I love that scene and I do wish it would have been kept in.
The picture in the beginning of the video with pacino, caan, Brando & the rest, my immediate thought was "look at this fucking lineup"
OHHH! Johnny Sack!
I thought Richie Aprile said that
6:53 *Santino, not Santiano*
2:26 There's a deleted scene where the family visit Genco on his deathbed and during it Michael and Vito talk with Vito asking what Michael's medals are for and when Michael says they're for bravery Vito says something similar to Sonny's "They're saps because they risk their lives for strangers" from Godfather II's last flashback.
The line that Vito says to Michael after asking him about the medals and Michael says they are for bravery Vito says what miracles do you perform for strangers...awesome classic line
Michael fought to save his country from the evils of Nazism. Ultimately he fought to to defend a country that allowed ihs family to be prosperous. Michael fought to help to not only strangers but also his family. He was no sap.
Caan and Sonny were both traitors to America.
It's not a "Gangster" drama.
it's a Mafia movie ..ya stable genius.
I thought “The Godfather Epic” was the mashup of the 1st two movies in chronological order. That one is my absolute FAVORITE way to watch. It is 7hrs long and I make a day of it lol
Movie is 50 years old and still looks fresh and new.
There was a scene that was deleted where Sonny says "When it comes to the Action there is no one better than me"..Sonny was a tactical street warrior whose skills were honed in the previous mob war some 10 years earlier. He was very effective then and was equally effective in this war. They killed Luca and Sonny killed Tataglia's son...Also, in the book it was Sonny who not only came up with the idea to take out the heads of the five families, he started to have them tailed to see their routines. Of course he died before he could carry out his plan. The movie did not go into a deep dive on Sonny, had they, it would have been seen just how truly disastrous his demise really was.
Yep, it's true. He WAS the one who masterminded that plan. Sonny is far from the dimwitted brute that a lot of people think he was.
VERY n4mative!
Thank u
Wasn't that covered in the books?
@@geraldstephens6612 Yeah..
Sonny couldn't prevent broadcasting what he was thinking. That's why he bit the pipe.
“I have no such powers” Vito telling the dying Genco that he can’t cure him.
I think all the deleted scenes from The Godfather and The Godfather Part II were all incredible. Whether it be the scene when Genco has Vito at his bedside, asking Vito to stay to scare death away. That tells you of his perceived power. I like the deleted scene of Sonny squeezing the phone out of anger then later sits in Vito's study.but won't sit in his father's chair.
Sonny didn’t sit in his father’s chair for one simple reason: RESPECT, a major characteristic in every mob movie.
8:51 In the book Carmela,Vito's wife was concerned about his change from a normal man to a ruthless crime boss but she tolerated it because Vito was still devoted to their family despite his crimes. And since she was a Catholic she went to mass to pray for Vito's soul every day because she believed that if she didn't he'd go to hell.
Carmela was a Typical Sicilian Wife But she knew what her Husband was involved in Crime. She was not dumb or stupid.
@@travismclaurin9419 True. As the wife of a ruthless crime boss, tolerating it was her only option. She was not an American woman like Kay
@@frankdees507 Another point I want to make is this long debate who was the better woman for Michael. Yes, Apollonia would be the perfect wife for Him. Michael was bored hiding in Sicily. Yes, Michael loved Apollonia but he loved what he saw in her. Apollonia, wasn’t ignorant either. She would never question Michael about business. All she would do is cook and have Michael’s kids and learning English. As for Kay, she wasn’t afraid of Michael. She stood up to him and asked him about his business affairs. Michael told her too much. That was his weakness. Out of the two, Kay was Michael’s true love.
@@travismclaurin9419 especially with his philandering she was more prettier than his mistress
@@dailmcdavid1714 wait … what? Who? The only philanderer was Sonny. As indicated in the book and movie, Sonny swung a big bat and had a large libido with it. Michael was “struck by lightning “ when he saw Appollonia.
9:55 When my Grandmother died , we left the clinic and right next went to her and my Grandfather's house .And when we sat at the table , he offered me the same seat I would usually see her in all the time , the same one I went to when I wanted to give her affection .Her sitting there is an image that remains with me .Maybe that is why Santino is refuses to sit: out of Reverence .That is Papa's chair , not mine .And maybe he still wants to feel his Father's presence in a way .That is what hits us hardest when someone dies: their lack of presence .
I've seen a version on cable where they include this scene. It is brilliant. In the book, Sunny is not only a lot more intelligent than he's made out to be in the movie, he's considered one of the best wartime bosses ever. He was very close to breaking the other families, forcing them to sue for peace before he was killed because he managed to shut down every money making racket they had with constant pressure and attacks. His love for his sister was his downfall. He actually would have eventually become a great Don, one can assume as he aged he would get his anger and "appetites" under control. In that regard, Sunny was also famous in the book.
Yep the godfather sage when on AMC shows most of the deleted scenes, including Michael dealing with Fabrizio
Agreed!!! The majority of the deleted scenes are incredible
Yes, please dive into Sonny’s character more! He’s one of my favorite characters in the GF series.
MORE SONNY!!!
Yessss!
Godfather 1 is sonnys movie his the best
Most of us love part 1 because of sonny
Yes indeed!! I always wanted to know how/why Don Corleone had a Jewish son. 😮😅😂
I enjoy your narration! Your accent reminds me of my brother who is 100% Italian!
This analysis was amazing! A+ job! Soprano references were well received as well! Cheers!
The original Godfather Epic was of 1 & 2 and done in chronological order with a lot of deleted scenes added - It came in a 5 VHS tape, package like the Book The Godfather - I bought it in 1979 & thanks to my X-Wife lost (stolen) in 1998
Had thecl scene with Fanuci getting rolled by some kids behind a building with Vito seeing how Fanuci could be caught alone. It wasn't in Part II in theaters.
Tessio did appear at the wedding before that scene. In fact he was playing with foreshadowing orange (that he would be the one to betray the family.)
He was present during the Salazzo meeting also. How can this guy make that mistake?
What’s with the orange and betrayal
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@@josefschmeau4682 The orange foreshadowed when something was going to happen with or too the individuals involved in the scene. The best example was the godfather purchasing oranges when he was shot and later in his mouth when he died.
My favorite deleted scene is when he kills the guy who killed his young Italian wife.
Enzo he doesn’t forget Enzo
He didn’t sit in the seat because he
reminded himself that he’s still not the Don yet, it’s his fathers seat to return to when he recovers.
Your analysis makes a lot of sense...
To me, when I watch The Godfather, I have to take the time out to watch it in its entirety. If I don’t, I feel I’m disrespecting the film. It’s a MASTERPIECE.
The Godfather: The Complete Epic is a masterpiece on a whole other level
@@thomasbaron5367 - It is one of the most overrated films out there. Too long and boring and very little action. People like it because they are fascinated by the mafia crime world. Also it is fake a film. I prefer real life documentaries on the real life drug Lord Pablo Escobar who actually made more money gross per week than General Motors. Vito was making chump change in comparison. In an attempt to change the laws of extradition, Escobar offered to pay Colombia's debt--an estimated 10 billion dollars. He also had a Learjet specifically to fly his cash around.
Corvette Dude mob dons live longer and have a tendency to stay alive and do business more than drug dealers, though. And remember, it’s business first, not prosperity. It’s just basic hustling.
@@CORVETTE_DUDE_CHANNEL Don Corleone was mob boss of the most important city in America (and post WW2, the world). He also controlled the gambling capital of America.. He had powerful friends, including politicians that he carried around in his pocket, like so many nickels and dimes.. He transferred control of his empire to his son Michael, who expanded the family's reach even further and who attacked the heads all of the other families of New York simultaneously.
@@CORVETTE_DUDE_CHANNEL when you talk about the action the mob is as good as it gets and don't forget that!! "Santino corleone" plus when you talk about power and money tell me why a drug lord like escobar has zero power in america? The mob could easily go to mexico or colombia but they cannot go to new york thats the biggest difference
@cineranter
11:00
"[..] and straight away phones Tessio, who if I remember correctly has not appeared in the film yet"
Tessio appears numerous times at the wedding though little distinguishes him from the other guests. He is seen dancing with a little girl standing on his feet.
🙏🏻 Thank you! Loving all things Godfather! 💌💕
Brilliant analysis
I remember buying my dad the two movies cut chronologically when I was a kid. I wonder if he still has those vhs tapes. I would have no way to play them but still...
That’s worth buying a VCR for
You can them converted to digital, or transfer to DVD. I did it years ago
I agree. They should put all 3 parts together plus all of the deleted scenes. The only things you'd need would be a free weekend to binge on, a fridge full of beverages, and plenty of buttered popcorn. I think most of the country would be tuned in. What an event that would be. 😍
Watching the scene in the sun room between Michael & Fredo, if you watch it in Hi-def, when Michael says the lines, "you're not a brother, etc., etc.," cold frost is spewing from Michael's mouth as if he were outside in the winter weather. That cinematic 5star nuance, to me, was greater than the whole shootout scene in the train station of the "Untouchables". The frost from Michael's mouth as he's disavowing Fredo is a triple exclamation point to Fredo's end which happens there before he is physically whacked.
I fully agree with you. We have a misconception of sunny.
Fredo never had the makings of a varsity athlete.
Ya think Roy? every time I watch that scene of him fumbling that gun I wanna slap that stupid sob.
The way the godfather treated Luca when he came to the house to congratulat him do I have to
I agree with most of the reasons why he didn’t sit in the chair but adding one more. Sonny was the first born and more than likely had a strict father. He knew the rule was don’t eat in father’s den and more importantly don’t sit in his chair.
Im 43 and finally saw the first two movies on my vacation. I can't believe I waited so long but I totally understand the hype now
I think one of the best back story missing in the film from the book, is the the whole war between corleone and Marazano, Santino leading when Don was injured, the ferocity of Luca Brasi, the way Al Capone and the Chicago crew got mocked. That whole war cemented the Corelone as the most powerful family. Just highlighted the captain Clemenza and Tessio tactical nous in the war, Santino aggressive nature actually was handy in this war, Luca ferocity and Genco orchestrating. This this was Corelone at there peak.
I believe Sonny wasn’t afraid of the throne… I think he didn’t sit in the chair, because Vito isn’t confirmed dead.
right .I almost never question "why" when I see deleted scenes ,but this one, I had to. it's still the old man's chair, alright.
I saw it as a reverence, a respect for him, to not sit in his chair, even in those circumstances
@@jimc.goodfellas I took it as reverence to someone you've looked up to your whole life. As someone who has recently lost the patriarch to the family can attest, I could not easily go into his room nor sit on his bed or handle his things. It was out of respect!
Exactly. Out of respect.
Isn't this the same chair Michael was sitting in when he came up with the plan to kill the two at the meeting.
I think this is CineRanter's best video by far
The epic version played on HBO so it had to be official and it's the 1st 2 films with every single deleted scene and it is 7 hours long chronologically, you have to watch Coda for 3
Great information. Thank you.
Would be cool if next year for the 50 year anniversary of The Godfather they put all the films together with all the deleted scenes. That would be incredible. You could even break it up into a mini series.
This version already exists, they just won't sell it as it is STILL an HBO exclusive. They aired it quite a bit in late '16 early '17 and I DVR'd it and now I can never get rid of this DVR. It is about 7hrs long. The Godfather 1 and 2 anyway, which is most of the book. Most of the Vegas/Hollywood/Sonny's mistress is what never made the cut. I don't care about III.
Is that why it has not been released on DVD? If it ever is I would buy it in a minute.
@@debbieking5171 well they actually had a Godfather TV series that ran back in the 70’s on cable that was GF1 and 2 with deleted scenes but I don’t know if it ever released on dvd
They NEVER. should have made no. 3...terrible film!
@@christopherjohnson2171 So strange that HBO wouldn't put it on their own streaming service, which is all about gathering as much content as possible
Nice analysis of the scene
Also, I held off from watching the deleted scene until after the analysis. And after going back to find the scene and watch it, I'm glad I waited. The weight of the scene was WAAAAAY more felt if you watch your vid first. :D
Tesio did, in fact, appear in the movie prior to the attempt on Vito's life. At Connie's wedding he danced with a little girl who stood on top of his shoes.
Would love to see a video on Sonny, your analysis always brings an interesting perspective to light
The Godfather: The Epic is a chronological version of Godfather I and II, including scenes with the dying consigliere and the scene referred to here. Francis Ford Coppola refused to allow this to be released non DVD. I bought it as a VHS 30 years ago, still have it and would welcome it being released in DVD format, though I seem to recall there is a laser disc version. The less said about Godfather III the better.
Santino didn’t sit in his Father’s chair out of respect. Also it’s tempting fate to sit in that spot, invites death, like speaking about a horrible disease invites. Any old school Italian would tell you that. In some families when the head of the family dies, their space at the dinner table or favorite chair goes left unused.
Exactly. Respect for his father, and determination that Vito be avenged above all else.
For God's sake whatever you do don't let a bird get in the house, talk about old Italian superstitions, man people will just faint.
Those were the old school cultural ways!
@@dukecraig2402 non e' vero, cumpa
@@glenbellefonte9620
It's very real with the old Italian woman here in America, they believe that it means a family member in the household will die.
I ALWAYS want MORE Sonny!!!
The GODFATHER saga is the greatest movies of all-time.
Agree
Absolutely
It insists on itself
You probably didn't se godfather lll
@@carljung99 3 was a great film as well.
AMC showed The Godfather trilogy in chronological order with all the deleted scenes in it. I can't find some of the deleted on the internet like Michael playing fetch with a security dog before his big party.
The scene I would most like to see restored is the death of Fabrizio, which was actually shot twice and jettisoned twice, (once for I and once for II.) Apollonia’s death was tragic and deeply personal to Michael.
It remains an unresolved loose end in the film.
Michael’s vengeance hits are otherwise thorough and complete, making this omission highly uncharacteristic of him.
Fabrizio's death was in the GF saga that I saw on TV in about 1979. Haven't seen it since. I think it was part of part 2, not part 1 but I could be wrong.
@@lawrencelewis2592 You’re not wrong. Footage from the second version survived, but unfortunately the first version (from Part 1) is lost. All that’s left is an amazing still photo of Michael in a fedora holding a machine gun-which doesn’t appear in any GF film. Too bad.
@@michaelfontanelli2450 Michael holding a machine gun? That sounds so out of context and character.
A true Sicilian revenge would have been blowing up Fabrizio's wife and kids while he watched, letting him suffer a while and only then killing him in some cruel manner, like burning to death in his pizza oven. If Michael did otherwise he was being merciful.
@@lawrencelewis2592 No, it wasn't a "machine gun" but a double barreled sawed off shotgun like his bodyguards carried in Sicily. And as a revenge killing by a Sicilian husband for the death of a wife, it's completely in character for even a Boss like Michael to get his hands dirty killing Fabrizio himself.
Tessio appeared in the wedding scene. One of Sonny's twin daughters was dancing with him. She was standing on his feet.
Yes a video on Sonny's character would be great.
In private, Sonny was afraid of screwing up but he couldn't show any hint of that to the crew .
Been at the beach brang the original godfather trilogy with me and it had the specials disc with all of them just watched them all the other day perfect timing it also taught me who Genco was I wasn’t sure what character he was in the 2nd movie or if he had even died yet! The Godfather Trilogy with deleted scenes is on Amazon but it’s $50-$90
Wait for the 4K 50th Anniversary set coming in 2022. It’ll have everything.
Would love to see a uncut version of The Godfather
@CineRanter - when you said (or even, confessed!) you weren’t going to show the video clip of the deleted scene, you almost lost me right there but I have to say, your delivery of your description of the deleted scene was excellent. You got me hooked and listening for the rest. I understand why you couldn’t include it but it would’ve been great to see that. I totally agree with you (and sympathise with James Caan) as it would’ve enhanced the weight of Sonny’s story and James Caan’s characterisation. I have to admit, to my shame, I have not read Mario Puzo’s novel, now, undoubtedly, a modern classic. As my beloved wife can testify to, just about every time The Godfather is on the TV schedule, I watch it....avidly. Also, the sequels, with equal relish. I agree with you whole-heartedly, each deleted scene SHOULD be available and included in a complete anthology of one of the most watchable and absorbing movie narratives ever produced. Thank you Francis Ford Coppola. No doubt, those with the final say (the studio executives) have control of the final cut, in any production. Not even Mr Coppola can wield that control or have ownership of the complete negative. This is very unfortunate, particularly in this case. Thank you for posting. You are clearly a lover of movies and perhaps a screenwriter yourself, or at least, a frustrated filmmaker. And thank you also for putting your own voice to your video. I hate it when some RUclips contributors resort to using text-to-voice synthesisers.
Strongly suggest you read the novel
I think you do a good job with your analysis, and the fact finding within your videos… it’s enjoyable, and I keep coming back… keep up the good work and thank you
Tessio appears in the wedding scene dancing with a little girl
Apparently Fredo could have become President.
LOL!!!
Sonny to Tom: "Pop had Genco, look what I got!"
Tom to Sonny:🥺
Those two guys loved and respected each other. Sonny apologized and Tom forgave him without having to say it. They had shortcomings like all of us but complimented each other well.
I have the Godfather Epic on VHS. All three films with scenes shown in chronological order with every deleted scene inserted.
Who was that mysterious old bodyguard that follows Micheal in Cuba GF2
His name was Bussetta,a hitman hired from Sicily to be Michaels bodyguard/hitman in Cuba.
@@chrisitalia1 Thanks for replying to my question👍😀👍
@@anjkovo2138 anytime my friend.👍👍👍