THE GODFATHER: PART II (Theatrical Release USA 1974)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.9|5.0 Starsìììì

Godfather: Part II—even better than the first Godfather due to backstory additions and continued outstanding casting choices—makes the story untouchable for criticism. It’s perfection at every juncture with unbelievably smooth transitions between past, present, and predictable future scenes. Director Francis Ford Coppola capitalizes on the talents of Al Pacino, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Robert DeNiro, John Cazale, Talia Shire, Lee Strasberg, and Michael V. Gazzo to create a BRAVO! BRAVO! film that literally walks away with six Oscar Awards. This movie holds nothing back. Heavy on violence with some language, the film shows for an adult audience.

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Storyline

The Corleone Family’s story continues with Michael Corleone as the new Don.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Francis Ford Coppola for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producer Robert Evans and Producer Francis Ford Coppola for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Michael (Al Pacino), Tom Hagen (Robert Duvall), Kay (Diane Keaton), Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro), Fredo Corleone (John Cazale), Connie Corleone (Talia Shire), Hyman Roth (Lee Strasberg), and Frankie Pentangeli (Michael V. Gazzo).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Don’t miss it.

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THE GODFATHER: PART III (Theatrical Release USA 1990)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.7|5.0 Starsìììì

The Godfather: Part III—the final chapter of the Godfather trilogy saga—goes out with a flare and a bang. Al Pacino is still the Godfather; but picks up all the pieces of the last two films, kills those hurting Corleone interests, and makes the best of the situation as he sees it. This film stands as one of the three greatest mafia movies of the 70s and 90s decades.

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Storyline

After a lifetime of mafia involvement, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) desires to clean up his life by tying up loose ends.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Francis Ford Coppola for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Fred Fuchs and Nicholas Gage for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Kay Adams Michelson (Diane Keaton), Connie Corleone Rizzi (Talia Shire), Vincent Mancini (Andy Garcia), Don Altobello (Eli Wallach), Joey Zasa (Joe Mantegna), B.J. Harrison (George Hamilton), Grace Hamilton (Bridget Fonda), Mary Corleone (Sofia Coppola), Cardinal Lamberto (Raf Vallone), Anthony Vito Corleone (Franc D’Ambrosio), and Archbishop Gilday (Donal Donnelly).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Another worthy film by Francis Ford Coppola completes the Godfather series with finesse and style. Bravo to all involved in creating three of the best gangster movies ever made.

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THE GODFATHER (Theatrical Release USA 1972)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.8|5.0 Starsìììì

The Godfather—masterpiece of the great movie collection—depicts the gruesome reality of gangster life when large egos are stepped on and when interpretation of personal intent goes awry. The Godfather performs very well for the mature adult audience and marks itself as a terrific study film for academia.

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Storyline

Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando) attempts stability between the five major mob families during the 1940s and 1950s.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Francis Ford Coppola for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producer Robert Evans for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), Sonny Corleone (James Caan), Clemenza (Richard S. Castellano), Tom Hagen (Robert Duvall), Captain McCluskey (Sterling Hayden), Jack Woltz (John Marley), Barzini (Richard Conte), Sollozzo (Al Lettieri), Kay Adams (Diane Keaton), and Tessio (Abe Vigoda).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. This film becomes the classic definition standard for all mafia/mob movies, the best of the best. 

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TUCKER: THE MAN AND HIS DREAM (Theatrical Release USA 1988)

 Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.2|5.0 Starsìììì 

Tucker: The Man and his Dream assembles an outstanding cast—Jeff Bridges, Joan Allen, Martin Landau and Mako to tell its story. It’s a well-made biopic that educates and entertains.

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Storyline 

A man develops a car during 1948 that has safety features on it that would not be added to more conventional automobiles until years later. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Francis Ford Coppola for directing effort. Thank you to Fred Fuchs and Fred Roos for making the film possible. Cast includes: Jeff Bridges, Joan Allen, Martin Landau, Frederic Forrest, Mako, Bob Safford, and Dean Stockwell. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. The movie is relevant and a good study for anyone involved in making a dream come true. This is a down-to-earth movie that earns its watch.

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