In this episode, we break down The Godfather Part II, diving deep into Michael Corleone’s compelling character arc, the intricate storytelling, and the significant scenes that solidify the movie as a cinematic masterpiece. We explore how the sequel expands on the themes of power, betrayal, and legacy, providing unique insights into the film’s rich narrative and Francis Ford Coppola's genius direction.
Chapters:
00:00:00 Post movie discussion: Make sense it’s called the greatest
00:03:55 The difference between Michael & Vito's reign as Don
00:12:51 The contrast between Part I & Part II opening scenes
00:16:50 The greatest mistake a Senator could ever make
00:23:49 Lighting tricks that show the fault in the family
00:25:08 The poor men Connie date
00:27:22 The destruction of Michael’s idea of family
00:31:01 The women in Michael's life cause him to change
00:32:29 When Kay tells him the brutal truth
00:36:05 The difference in Michael closing off Kay in Part I & II
00:39:34 You just love to hate Fredo
00:46:24 Uncle Junior with The Godfather appearance
00:48:39 Why Vito's backstory is so significant
00:50:18 Would Vito have killed Fredo
00:54:19 Why the ending is perfect
00:57:30 Dialogue to music level, not good
00:59:06 Our ratings
01:01:47 Final thoughts
01:05:22 Cue the music
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