An epic masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (25 November 2000)

After having watched the Godfather countless times, I have to say that it is (along with the rest of the trilogy) the best film/series of films I've ever seen. My comments are on the series of films as a whole.
Here are my main reasons for this assertion:
1-The complexity of the plot which draws one in to an involvement with the film without the complexity being just for its own sake.
2-The depth of characterisation of Michael. The way he seems to inevitably to get sucked into something deep and serious when he initially seems ashamed of the family 'business'.
3-The interlinking of scenes from present and past which adds something emotionally at certain points in the film. (eg. the flashback of Michael telling his family about him joining the army)
4-the music which creates an amazing and authentic atmosphere.

parts 1 and 2 merit a 10 and part 3 a 9. (part three is better than some have suggested I think)