IMDB Rating: 9.2
Movie Duration: 2h 55m
Release Date: March 19, 1972
Language: Hindi, English
Category: Drama, Crime
Cast: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan
Movie Description
The Godfather (1972) is a classic crime drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola and based on Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name. The film follows the powerful Corleone family, an Italian-American Mafia dynasty, led by Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). As the aging patriarch navigates the dangerous underworld of organized crime, his youngest son, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), is reluctantly drawn into the family’s illicit business. The film explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, cementing its status as one of the greatest films in cinema history.
Critical Reception
The Godfather received widespread acclaim, winning three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Marlon Brando, and Best Adapted Screenplay. The film is often cited as one of the most influential movies ever made and set new standards for the crime genre.
Box Office Collection
Domestic Collection:
- Opening Day: $5.3 million
- First Week Total: $12 million
- Second Week Total: $30 million
- Total Domestic Collection: $135 million
Worldwide Collection:
Total Gross: $250 million
