One Of The Best Films Of All Time

Rating: 10/10 (16 July 2006)

When one thinks of film masterpiece, "The Godfather" is certainly high on the list. I wish my review could have been written in 1972, but today will have to do. Rightly labeled, "Godfather" is in the top ten ultimate guy movies of all time. In many circles it is required viewing before labeling yourself a man.
Mario Puzo and Coppola have crafted Americana organized crime mythology. The Godfather story has weaved it's way into society slang, catch phrases and the average person's basic knowledge of the mafia. No matter the other roles the actors in this film bring to life in other great movies, they are never praised so much or remembered so deeply as for "The Godfather."
Names of acting royalty such as Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, Robert Duvall, James Caan, Diane Keaton and more are involved in the "Godfather" franchise. The movie, the dialogue, the cinematography are as fresh today as in 1972. Pacino's portrayal of the character of Michael Corleone is film school homework. The appearance of Brando as Don Corleone not only revamped his career but is now a staple for what the head of a mafia family must be like.
Voted in the top ten films of all time by the American Film Institute, "The Godfather" is a must see film. Lucky for new film goers and fans alike, the movie is so popular you can catch it on television about once a week. The entire "Godfather" trilogy fills the cable airwaves keeping the movie very much in the public eye. If you haven't seen it, but like movies then by all means check your listings. Trust me, I'm making you an offer you can't refuse.