An Excellent Movie

Rating: 10/10 (9 March 2020)

Based on the best-selling novel by the same name, this film begins in 1945 at a large party hosted by the head of the most powerful organized crime family in the United States "Don Vito Corleone" (Marlon Brando) to celebrate the marriage of his only daughter "Connie Corleone" (Talia Shire). As per Sicilian custom, several people have arrived to ask him a personal favor knowing that he cannot refuse during this particular event. It's also during this time that his youngest son "Michael Corleone" (Al Pacino) arrives having taken time off from his duties in the Marine Corps to attend. Unlike his older brothers "Sonny Corleone" (James Caan), "Fredo Corleone" (John Cazale) and his adopted brother "Tom Hagen" (Robert Duvall), Michael wants no part of the family business and Vito is respectful of that decision. Unfortunately, things don't go quite as planned and-like it or not-Michael is soon thrust into the situation due to matters outside of his control. Now rather than reveal any more I will just say that this was an outstanding film which combined great acting with a very deep and intricate plot. And to further illustrate its significance it was honored the following year with three Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards as well. In short, this is an excellent movie I strongly recommend it to all viewers looking for a film of this sort.