a good sequel, just don't compare it to the other two

Rating: 7/10 (9 May 2016)

i saw this film, right after the first two since Part II did end on somewhat of a bitter ending.
i thought i was a pretty OK sequel if not looking on the other 2, Francis Ford Coppola's directing, Mario Puzo writing, most of the original cast are back, what can possibly go wrong? it took them 16 years. let's star with the positives: actor Andy Garcia as "vincet" gives the best performance in the entire film which give him an Oscar nomination, Sofia Coppola at least try's but she didn't bother me unlike the critics, the main storyline is pretty decent, mostly about michael's redemption from his dark ruthless past, finding a successor to become "The Don" not from his family, and tries to rebuild his relationship with his ex-wife, a really good storyline for a sequel. cinematography and music are just as amazing as the originals.
the 3 things i didn't like about this film: 1. the michael/bishop business conspiracy plot-line is kinda boring and drags-on because of the pacing and lacks the raw mafia conflict from the previous two. 2. weaker performances. already mentioned Sofia's dry delivery, but Al Pachino (who has some great moment in the film) also felt kinda dry and looks tired, his makeup wasn't convincing, some of the other cast members are just there for plot convenience and nothing more. 3. The weak ending to the godfather saga. it was rushed, pointless and almost makes you feel completely betrayed. it's only saving grace was the beautiful music score. it's clear that Puzo had a deadline from paramount to finish the script, and it shows.