Overview
Critic Roger Ebert says, “The story views The Mafia from the inside. That is its secret, its charm, its spell; in a way, it has shaped the public perception of the Mafia ever since. The real world is replaced by an authoritarian patriarchy where power and justice flow from the Godfather, and the only villains are traitors. There is one commandment, spoken by Michael (Al Pacino): Don’t ever take sides against the family”.
Do you think Ebert’s summation correctly explains the high critical respect this movie has enjoyed since its release? Discuss three (3) scenes in your analysis. Did you personally enjoy this film? Why or why not?