Puzo started writing a script for a sequel in December 1971, before The Godfather was even released; its initial title was The Death of Michael Corleone. Coppola's idea for the sequel would be to "juxtapose the ascension of the family under Vito Corleone with the decline of the family under his son Michael... I had always wanted to write a screenplay that told the story of a father and a son at the same age. They were both in their thirties and I would integrate the two stories... In order not to merely make Godfather I over again, I gave Godfather II this double structure by extending the story in both the past and in the present." Coppola originally wanted Martin Scorsese to direct the film but Paramount refused. Coppola also, in his director's commentary on The Godfather Part II, mentioned that the scenes depicting the Senate committee interrogation of Michael Corleone and Frank Pentangeli are based on the Joseph Valachi federal hearings and that Pentangeli is a Valachi-like figure.
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The Godfather, Pt. II (Motion Picture Soundtrack)
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- 1 Carmine CoppolaMain Title / The Immigrant 3:26
- 2 Carmine CoppolaA New Carpet 1:59
- 3 Carmine CoppolaKay 2:59
- 4 Carmine CoppolaEv'ry Time I Look In Your Eyes / After the Party 2:34
- 5 Carmine CoppolaVito and Abbandando 2:37
- 6 Livio Giorgi & Carmine CoppolaSenza Mama / Ciuri-ciuri / Napule ve salute 2:34
- 7 Carmine CoppolaThe Godfathers At Home 2:34
- 8 Carmine CoppolaRemember Vito Andolini 2:51
- 9 Carmine CoppolaMichael Comes Home 2:18
- 10 Carmine CoppolaMarcia Stilo Italiano 2:01
- 11 Nino PalermoNinna Nanna a Michele 2:21
- 12 Carmine CoppolaThe Brothers Mourn 3:21
- 13 Marcia Religioso & Festa MarchMurder of Don Fanucci 2:49
- 14 Carmine CoppolaEnd Title 3:52
The Godfather: Part II
(1974)11
| Country | |
| Runtime | 3 hr 22 min |
| Budget | $13 000 000 |
| Premiere: World | $47 962 897 December 18, 1974 |
| USA | $47 834 595 |
| Other countries | $128 302 |
| Box Office – Budget | $34 962 897 |
| Premiere: USA | $47 834 595 December 12, 1974 |
| first day | $171 417 |
| theaters | 681 |
| rollout | 361 days |
| Digital: World | March 21, 2022 |
| Parental Advisory | Violence & Gore, Frightening & Intense Scenes, Profanity, ... |
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The early life and career of Vito Corleone in 1920s New York City is portrayed, while his son, Michael, expands and tightens his grip on the family crime syndicate.Сast and Crew
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Quite a bit worse than the first part. But Vito’s story is shown very well, and how Mikey turned from a shy guy into a cold-blooded man is shown quite coolly. Although the last scene makes you wonder if he became like this, or was he still there?! Translated to English
11/104 is one of the most tragic films ever made. Vito’s optimism and love for family contrasts sharply with Michael, who turns his family into a business. The Academy should have been disbanded forever after they didn’t give Al Pacino the Best Actor award for this film. Translated to English
It impressed me even more than the first film. And especially Al Pacino. He’s just incredible here. I don’t understand how it was possible not to give him an Oscar for such a performance. Translated to English
It’s a pity that you can’t give a rating higher than 10, because the first part already has a ten. One of those sequels that is just as good, and even better, than its predecessor. Translated to English
If the first film was about what needs to be sacrificed in order to retain power, then the second is about what this power turns a person into. Translated to English
A worthy continuation of the history of the new generation of the clan and the early history of its founding, the harmony and beauty of crime is always beautiful. Translated to English
The sequel, although heavily watered down, turned out to be a good crime film. The scene of young Vito’s assassination attempt on a local mafioso was especially beautifully shot. Completely different problems are being raised, the burden and price of power, the discrediting of the concept of family in the criminal world. Translated to English
Without Brando, as for me, it’s not quite the same coat. Al Pacino, of course, is great, but he doesn’t live up to Brando. I was a bit bored, especially with such poor timing. 7.5/10 Translated to English
It’s amazing how a sequel to a great movie can be even greater. Translated to English
The sequel is no worse than the first film. While Brando’s performance is lacking, his performance here is complemented by Al Pacino and De Niro. Particular praise is due to De Niro, who took on the role of the young Vito Corleone. His performance is truly Oscar worthy. Translated to English
It feels like the movie went on forever. To be honest, I don’t like Al Pacino in the role of Godfather, something doesn’t suit him at all. De Niro would have played better (he did, but he chose the wrong timeline). I can’t even note anything interesting from what I saw, hmm! Translated to English