The Godfather (R)

The Godfather Overview

Widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this mob drama, based on Mario Puzo's novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don's youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), reluctantly joins the Mafia, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton), he is drawn deeper into the family business.

Rating
R

Audio and movie formats
Mono

Official movie site
http://www.paramount.com

Awards
Robert Duvall — Nominated for British Academy of Film & Television Arts for Supporting Actor, 1972
Robert Duvall — Nominated for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, 1972
Marlon Brando — Nominated for British Academy of Film & Television Arts for Actor, 1972
Al Pacino — Nominated for Golden Globe for Best Performance By an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama, 1972
Al Pacino — Nominated for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, 1972
Marlon Brando — Won Golden Globe for Best Performance By an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama, 1972
Marlon Brando — Won Academy Award for Best Actor, 1972
James Caan — Nominated for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, 1972
James Caan — Nominated for Golden Globe for Best Performance By an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture, 1972
Al Pacino — Nominated for British Academy of Film & Television Arts for Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles, 1972

> Production company
Paramount Pictures