Its a flashback sequence, including James Caans Sonny Corleone, who was killed off in the firstGodfathermovie.
However, the original version of the scene was meant to include a cameo from Brando.
Yet, it completely upends everything that went before.
The Godfather is iconic, as are many of its filming locations, which elevated the movie’s scenes.
We break down the movie’s filming locations.
ButThe Godfather Part IIs original final line directly contradicts this sentiment.
Fate stood in his way, and thrust the role of mafia don upon him.
Yes, the movie covers Vitos origin story, thanks to an award-winning performance by Robert De Niro.
But Michaels descent into despotic misery and loneliness is the main focus of the movies present-day narrative.
Fredos murder on Michaels orders, while he watches, is the most chilling moment of the entireGodfathertrilogy.
Vito Corleones presence would have distracted from this focus.
Fredo might have been a traitor, but he still loved his brother more than anything.
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