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The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn't
The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn't

The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn't

June 3, 2008
30m
Documentary
Critics
85/100
Story
82/100
Acting
88/100
Cinematography
90/100
Soundtrack
80/100
Audience
65/100
Story
78/100
Acting
83/100
Cinematography
85/100
Soundtrack
75/100

On the 35th anniversary of the release of the landmark film "The Godfather," (March 15, 1972) we look back at the time and place of the film's conception and shooting.

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Details

Director
Kim Aubry
Cast
Walter Murch, George Lucas, Francis Ford Coppola, Peter Bart, Mick LaSalle, Robert Evans, William Friedkin, Steven Spielberg, John Turturro, Richard Belzer
Release Date
June 3, 2008
Production
ZAP Zoetrope Aubry Productions, Paramount Home Entertainment

Rating Distribution

User Ratings

5 Stars65%
1235
4 Stars25%
475
3 Stars8%
152
2 Stars2%
38
1 Stars0%
0
Total: 1,900 ratings

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Mo
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Critic
December 15, 2023🇺🇸 US
90/100

An outstanding film that delivers on all fronts. The performances are stellar, and the direction is impeccable. Highly recommended for fans of the genre.

Story: 92Acting: 95Cinematography: 88Soundtrack: 85
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FilmFan123
User
December 10, 2023🇬🇧 GB
98/100

Absolutely loved it! The story kept me engaged from start to finish, and the visuals were breathtaking. One of the best I've seen this year.

Story: 97Acting: 99Cinematography: 99Soundtrack: 96
Ci
CinemaExpert
Critic
December 5, 2023🇫🇷 FR
70/100

While the film has its moments, it falls short in some areas. The pacing is uneven, but the strong performances make up for it somewhat.

Story: 65Acting: 80Cinematography: 75Soundtrack: 60

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