One of the best films ever made -- beautiful & poetic

Rating: 10/10 (4 March 2020)

This film isn't for everyone, I admit that. But for those who enjoy a good story but don't mind the wait to climax, WATCH THIS.
The story is the portrayal of the fall from grace of Michael Corleone. Michael is a tragic hero. Caught between an innocent outside world and the criminal underground of his family, he makes decisions we would've made as well.
The plotline and characters are worlds in themselves. The city itself serves as a backdrop into the fascinating world that makes this film so great.
The violence is satisfying, the scenery and camera work beautiful. Every scene in this film was a work of curated art. Not to mention the church scene which is instantly a memorable movie scene.
What I especially enjoyed in this film was the dedication to the original book that Mario Puzo wrote. Reading the book after watching the film made me appreciate the attention to detail.
5/5. Beautiful. A must watch.