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The Godfather, Part II
A Study of Francis Ford Coppola's Masterpiece
Book • 2022
Jon Lewis's study of 'The Godfather Part II' is structured into three sections: 'The Sequel,' 'The Dissolve,' and 'The Sicilian Thing.
' It explores the film's significance in Hollywood history, its auteur style and form, and its cultural impact as a cautionary capitalist parable and a metaphor for the corruption of American power.
The book delves into the film's narrative, comparing the rise and fall of the Corleone family, particularly the contrasting leadership styles of Vito and Michael Corleone, and how the film reflects post-Vietnam and post-Watergate America.
' It explores the film's significance in Hollywood history, its auteur style and form, and its cultural impact as a cautionary capitalist parable and a metaphor for the corruption of American power.
The book delves into the film's narrative, comparing the rise and fall of the Corleone family, particularly the contrasting leadership styles of Vito and Michael Corleone, and how the film reflects post-Vietnam and post-Watergate America.
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