Godfather (1972)

The movie God Father needs applauds from the beginning till the end. The beginning scene at the wedding shows the power of the Don Vito Corleone, which is an absolutely alluring to watch. This movie excels in everything. the drama is enticing throughout the movie and kept on building the story.

The character Vito Corleone is the most powerful, lovable character on the screen. Even his son Michael plays an important role. But Vito Corleone being the don has his own ethics and principles which he gives more importance to is shown in the movie is definitely one of the reasons that we have to love his character. The directing by Coppola was perfect as well. Not many movies can be 3 hours and yet maintain a good level of interest from the audience like The Godfather. Coppola deserves credit for this. The symbolism and messages that went into every scene also has to do with the directing not just the writing. The movie is so well edited and strung together that the only word that could come to my mind is perfection.

Transformation of the main character from the beginning till the end is not always well executed but in this movie we have that essence. We can see Michael’s character change; Michael isn’t the same person he is at the end of the movie; we can see how the series of events that takes place in his life lead him to become what he is at the end of the movie.

The cinematography of The Godfather is dark and tasteful, and colours are used perfectly to give a true feel of the era it is set in. The music is perfect, the score of this movie is one of the most memorable ever. If you were to hear it, you could identify it right away.

This movie is brilliant, ageless and a classic; nobody can miss this movie and nobody should miss this movie, highly recommended to all age groups in the different parts of the world.

Verdict: 4.5/5.

Godfather (1972)

Cast: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan 

Run time: 2hrs 58mins

Director:  Francis Ford Coppola

Writers: Mario Puzo (screenplay), Francis Ford Coppola

Rating: R rated