The Godfather, released in 1972, is a landmark in American cinema directed by Francis Ford Coppola. It follows the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone, played by Marlon Brando, as his youngest son Michael, portrayed by Al Pacino, evolves from a reluctant outsider to a ruthless mafia boss. This epic tale of power, loyalty, and betrayal explores the intricate dynamics of the underworld, highlighting themes of family, ambition, and the corrupting influence of power.

Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Diane Keaton, Robert Duvall