An Under-Rated Masterpiece!

Rating: 10/10 (31 October 2011)

'The Godfather: Part III' is An Under-Rated Masterpiece! A Terrificly Written, Wonderfully Directed & Outstandingly Acted, Motion-Picture, that has not gotten the respect it truly deserves. Is it better than it's Legendary Prequels? No, but it's still a Great Watch.
'The Godfather: Part III' Synopsis: In the midst of trying to legitimize his business dealings in 1979 New York and Italy, aging mafia don Michael Corleone seeks to vow for his sins while taking a young protégé under his wing.
In comparison to it's Prequels, the third installment, isn't all that meaty or heavy. BUT, It's still a Masterpiece! It gives a proper end to the legend of Michael Corleone. It culminates beautifully.
Mario Puzo & Francis Ford Coppola's Screenplay is Terrific & matches up-to the expectations. Also, it gives a proper end to it's Powerful Protaganiost. Coppola's Direction, is Wonderful. Cinematography by Gordon Willis, is sharp. Editing, Art Design & Sound-Mixing, are impressive.
Performance-Wise: Al Pacino is GODLY as an aging Michael Corleone. He left me awe-struck with his performance in here. Pacino, TRULY, is the among the Greatest Film-Actors of All-Times. Words fail to describe how talented & blessed Pacino, actually is. Andy Garcia is excellent. Diane Keaton gets it right. Sofia Coppola is passable, while Talia Shire is amazing. Eli Wallach is first-rate. George Hamilton & Joe Mantegna leave a mark. Bridget Fonda, in a brief role, is effective. Others lend good support.
On the whole, 'The Godfather: Part III' is amongst the finest films of all-times. It leaves a Strong impact! Highly Recommended!