Review of The Godfather (1972) by Dietrich B — 26 May 2014

"I'M GONNA MAKE HIM AN OFFER HE CAN'T REFUSE." THIS IS "THE GODFATHER" OF ALL MAFIA/MOB MOVIES.

This review of The Godfather (1972) was written by Dietrich B on 26 May 2014.

The Godfather has generally received very positive reviews.

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