A redemption for Michael Corelone

Rating: 9/10 (16 August 2002)

Although I understand there were many people out there thinking that the third Godfather movie was nothing compare to the first and second ones, I still think the third one really got to me. The Godfather III is a good conclusion for Michael Corelone's descent to an endless life of Mofia and his attempt for redemption. His famous quote:"Just when I think I'm out, they pull me back in!" is my favourite. I thought the death of Mary was a very cruel punishment for Michael who cherishes his daughter. It's as if it is a punishment for his guilt of killing his own brother. The all-mighty Don Michael Corelone fell with absolute anguish and sorrow seeing his own daughter dying in his arms. Al Pacino protrayed the desperate Michael right on target. Sofia Coppola is a lovely Mary, and Andy Garcia is a great addition to the cast as the bastard son of Sonny. I especially love the part when Michael was yelling at Vincent that he was just like his own father Sonny because of their temper. The third part of Godfather wrapped up everything and left us all with a hanging heart hoping for a Godfather IV...