Essays on The Godfather

I am expounding on the utilization of lighting in the opening scene of The Godfather. The Shots of The Godfather as a whole film is arranged and utilized explicitly to create states of mind, and have extraordinary mental effect. This is similarly as valid for the absolute first arrangement of shots for the film, and maybe progressively significant since these first shots will give the crowd the underlying sentiment of the film, and provide a pace for the image. The…

Throughout the years there have been many movies that have described and glorified life in the mafia There have been movies about the italian mafia, irish mafia, and other notorious gang affiliations. Most of these films share similar backstories or themes but still stand out in there genre of films. Two of the most notorious movies portraying mafia groups and member is The Godfather and Goodfellas. Even though these are two different films both of these films show the life…

The mafia plays a prominent role in Italian cinema starting from the 1970’s to the present. It is often the first thing that comes to mind when you ask a foreigner what they think of Italy and it is a used topic in Italian film. There seems to be a never-ending desire to want to create movies surrounding the Italian mafia, from its deep-rooted family history, to how it evolved over time as mafia, and how it affects the community…

Fall The Godfather is a gangster novel adaptation by director Francis Ford Coppola. It begins with a lavish Corleone wedding, with most of the guests enjoying themselves and having a good time. Don Vito Corleone uses this wedding as an opportunity to take questions and requests as the head of the gangster family, the Corleones. He is referred to formally as “Godfather”, and takes it as a sign of disrespect when he is not addressed as such. Michael Corleone is…

Final Film Critique “The Godfather” has become a cult movie for the whole generation, and simultaneously, it still is not perceived as a sample of old cinematography, instead, this film charms the contemporaries with its timeless genius. Part 1 Analysis Contextual Information Success of “The Godfather” is not occasional, as numerous professionals have worked thoroughly and scrupulously on it. To begin with, the whole movie is based on the novel of the same name, written by Mario Puzo, world-wide famous…

“Stories are the most important thing in the world.” (Philip Pullman) It is through the power of stories that connects our thinking to our heart and shape our world. Good morning teachers, I am here today to pitch to you how Coppola’s “The Godfather” constructively enhances students’ conception of the narrative of tragic hero in Shakespeare’s “Othello.” From a 17th century play to American art cinema, “Othello” and “The Godfather” explores the tragedies that exist in societies, many characteristics unfortunately…

It is often said that “The Godfather” is an ironic interpretation of the American Dream. The film is an obvious reflection of the immigrant experience in America. The film focuses on one of the darker aspects of this experience. Throughout history, there have been many immigrant communities that have had a phase of prominent organized crime. As an Italian-American, this was not a concern for Coppola; he understood this was a small piece of a much larger picture. By the…

The Godfather and One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest both embrace the theme of gender: The Godfather is a story demonstrating power and violence in the Mafia’s world. (Phillps 88-90) But, analyzing the text from a different angle, women in The Godfather are under a patriarchal system and convey the conventional image of them. The conventional image of women is related to the female gender stereotype since women are usually centered on the conception of femininity, which is a set…

It is with great pleasure and reverence I present to you, Al Pacino. 2) Al Pacino was born on April 25, 1940 in Manhattan, New York. 1) When he was three years old, he and his mother moved to the South Bronx, which he claims as his hometown. 2) In 1966 he was granted admission to the prestigious Actors Studio where he was taught by renowned actor and coach, Lee Strasburg. 3) The lessons paid off quickly for Al Pacino.…

In his essay "The Third Meaning," Roland Barthes discusses the dual layers of meaning present in a film or photograph. The first level is straightforward and informative, providing details such as setting, costumes, characters, and their relationships. The second level is symbolic, revealing deeper connotations within the image. Barthes illustrates this concept with a scene from Eisenstein's film "Ivan the Terrible." Barthes identifies three levels of meaning in the image of courtiers raining gold over the young Czar's head: the…

The Godfather 2 is the continuation of a world-known film which is popular in America and other countries. The combination of a professional stage direction by Coppola, magnificent play of talented actors, and amazing scenario has guaranteed unprecedented rate of success. There is a lot of violence and aggression portrayed, but this is only a means of an artistic tool to reflect the director's vision and to create the appropriate atmosphere in the film. The illustration of life of criminals,…

Many people will agree that films are one of the most significant consolations as they help relax and restore energy. According to the psychological investigation, cinematography is art that can achieve one's dream and give people what they want. Perhaps it sounds funny, but scientists confirm when person wants to visit some country, for instance, it is enough to watch an adventurous movie in order to plunge into the emotional atmosphere. Perhaps, we should state that once cinematography will substitute…

Throughout the history of cinema, the portrayal of heroes and heroines has undergone a remarkable transformation. In the early days of film, characters often adhered to a mythic structure, where the narrative was framed by binary pairs of opposite terms, simplifying the complexity of events and reducing characters to archetypal "good guys" and "bad guys," or, in cinematic terms, "white hats" and "black hats." However, this simplistic paradigm experienced a radical shift in the late 1960s and early 1970s, as…

“They love that quality of take no prisoners ... if I have one more person, it’s so depressing and sad, they come up to me and say, you know, you’re the reason that I got into Wall Street ... that’s a, that’s a sad commentary.” —Michael Douglas There is a fabulous irony to “Wall Street” that perhaps can’t be adequately explained. The movie is an unequivocal denunciation of Wall Street excess but remains the preeminent film of those aspiring to…

What would you ask for your newborn child if you could ask for anything? What would you sacrifice to get it? In the realm of fairy tales, subjects such as these are common catalysts for conveying life choices and the ensuing consequences. Each tale may relate to certain scenarios or social status of a specific gender, but one such tale—Godfather Death—can be related to by every walk of life. The subject that is contemplated by the Brothers Grimm is death…