Review of The Godfather (1972) by Derek T — 03 Dec 2013
It's hard to believe that I had never watched The Godfather, as it is often referred to as one of the best (if not the best) films ever made, a superlative that makes it very difficult to evaluate it on its own merits.
It is a singular film in how it changed the expectation of film for everything released after it, and it still stands up four decades after its release. Coppola's pensive direction lets scenes unfold, allows characters to exist, and forces the viewer to carefully observe and interact with every piece of information given on the screen, almost like a documentary.
The movie is propelled by a number of incredible performances, primarily Brando and Pacino, but it's about more than the individuals: it's about the relationships between them and how we see how this family works through celebration and tragedy.
The Godfather is a film about family, about America, about life, and about so much more, and it is certainly worth every superlative given its way.
This review of The Godfather (1972) was written by Derek T on 03 Dec 2013.
The Godfather has generally received very positive reviews.
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