This movie along with part II are such masterpieces. I happened upon this the other night, and it’s still so compelling that I could not stop watching. I returned last night to watch part II. Boy, was Bob Evans ever wrong about the music. I can’t stop humming it or get it out of my head for the last 24 hours plus. Good thing FFC did this movie his way - 52 years later and still watching. Cent’ anni!
What’s the craziest to me about this entire process of filmmaking is the sheer amount of major changes that the company and heads of operation wanted to make and how Francis stood by all of his work and preferences. Coppolas unmoving nature on his creative choices drove this masterpiece and I think that’s so important.
55:25 Francis Ford Coppola talks about how insecure he felt during Godfather I. He was only age 30. He then states it's these "mistakes" that you draw from later in life. You learn from these mistakes. Very insightful. Thx for upload.
Thank you for explaining what happened. I absolutely love the William Friedkin analysis of Vertigo. I have listened to it multiple times. His analyses of movies are so interesting. I wish we could watch on TH-cam though. The Ridley Scott commentary on Bladerunner is also excellent.
nothing better than insight from the actual director. i often see commentary of this movie where they say this symbolizes this or that or the oranges mean death is coming, but really he thought the oranges 🍊 spilling would make a great shot. i have often commented that people are over thinking the meanings of scenes like in godfather or Kubrick films. The reality is that a lot of it is rushed due to production. not to take away the collective art of the end product
Poor Francis, what a horrible, stressful ordeal he endured in making this brilliant film, (incredible that he went on and made the sequel after that, the greatest in Hollywood history). In listening to his story, there wasn't one suggestion the studio made that would have worked, ( what assholes Bob Evans and the others at Paramount were). It also speaks to how much Francis put of his own personal life and family into the making of The Godfather. It is without question a great and truly iconic film.
How did I NOT know that Abe Vigoda was discovered through an "open casting process" on this film? Prior to the Godfather, he was a virtual unknown, with no agent. Amazing!
Francis Ford Coppola struggled making The Godfather, Steven Spielberg struggled making Jaws and George Lucas struggled making Star Wars. In the end, their films ended up changing film history.
It's irritating that the studio execs always think THEY know everything, and are proven otherwise every time... but, that never seems to stop them from interfering as much as possible. Morons!
I paraphrase Mr Coppola but thought it was delightful when he said to stick to your guns creatively if you're truly invested, because that's what you'll be known for 30 years hence. That's such great advice.
@ 1:43:19 I always thought the wall-lights behind Corleone's head, had the Crown-like appearance /connotation, which enhanced his respect as Il Capo de tutti Capi / boss of bosses.
@@MB.Archives just went through the link you posted. I understand your frustration because youtube is getting more and more retarded every year. I already subscribed to the spotify channel so that was what surprised me coming to your youtube channel today. Thanks again for uploading these commentaries.
I also read that he did not want Clemenza to betray Michael, and in Godfather II, his character was supposed to betray Michael rather than Tessio. Of course, Francis doesn't mention this, so it might be false.
My understanding from Tina Sinatra in a Youtub video. After completion of the scene, The head was taken to a taxidermy and mounted on a platform with wheels. For years it traveled around Columbia Picture Studio as a gage from one artist to another. Most recently Tina herself sent it to Ray Liotta when he portrayed her father Frank Sinatra. Liotta however did not find it funny and was freaked out, thinking it was in fact a message from the mob.
My mom saw this in the theater. She said this scene as Woltz woke up with Khartoum's bloody severed head in his silk sheets was so shocking. The reverberations as he yelled in horror stunned everyone in the movie theater.
There is something regal when Michael speaks in English language.....almost like his a prince, but REALLY now you know that real reason Michael spoke in English was because Pacino could not memorize Italian language......LOL. IN otherwords....this is no prince speaking... Well duh.. It did serve dramatic purpose.....it convinced Vitelli to allow Michael to come into his house....... Vitelli was a scumbag seeking to financially exploit Michael. Apollonia was no different. He made her an offer which she goldigger she was couldn't refuse .... He chased Apollonia in the middle of the mafia war, conned her into marrying him at the hight of the danger and killed her with the wedding.......
@@daytripperhdyep, dude is wrong. This is fascinating. I am astonished to the degree the executives and bean counters tried to sabotage this piece of art, only to take credit for it when it was acclaimed as a masterpiece.
This movie along with part II are such masterpieces. I happened upon this the other night, and it’s still so compelling that I could not stop watching. I returned last night to watch part II. Boy, was Bob Evans ever wrong about the music. I can’t stop humming it or get it out of my head for the last 24 hours plus. Good thing FFC did this movie his way - 52 years later and still watching. Cent’ anni!
Right, and I make Meatballs and Spaghetti every year I watch this movie. lol
@ I love that!
Coppola always had the best audio commentaries. He gives wonderful advice and tells great stories, plus he has an amazing voice.
What’s the craziest to me about this entire process of filmmaking is the sheer amount of major changes that the company and heads of operation wanted to make and how Francis stood by all of his work and preferences. Coppolas unmoving nature on his creative choices drove this masterpiece and I think that’s so important.
Same as Megapolis, ahh
Bingo
Fantastic overview of a fantastic movie. Coppola is amazing.🌹🌹🌹
He's clearly a genius
Thank you for this. I had a DVD once with this dialogue, but at long last lost. Cheers from Canada.
Simply the greatest movies of all time... Nothing comes close...
55:25 Francis Ford Coppola talks about how insecure he felt during Godfather I. He was only age 30. He then states it's these "mistakes" that you draw from later in life. You learn from these mistakes. Very insightful. Thx for upload.
Francis should have won Best Director Oscar for the first one.
What incredible stories told by the man himself Mr Coppola.
You had a lot of courage to stick with it and complete this masterpiece.
Thanks for the video upload 🎉❤
This is fascinating. Not only the insight of his brilliant mind but he has such a great voice to listen. Very calm and yet engaging.
An invaluable document for all aspiring filmmakers.
You have a rich family history♥️ much appreciated ♥️
Watched this twice. Amazing monologue of making one of the greatest movies ever.
This is a great commentary can't wait until you post part 2👍
unifying the baptism with the killings was artful genius
1:52:53 When he won his Oscar, Coppola thanked Robert Towne for writing the final scene between Vito and Michael.
This is terrific.
Hearing him...talking about this...
really priceless.
Thank you for explaining what happened. I absolutely love the William Friedkin analysis of Vertigo. I have listened to it multiple times. His analyses of movies are so interesting. I wish we could watch on TH-cam though. The Ridley Scott commentary on Bladerunner is also excellent.
Interesting any aspiring filmmakers need to study and listen to all the great directors.Coppola Scorsese and Spielberg be great to listen to.
nothing better than insight from the actual director. i often see commentary of this movie where they say this symbolizes this or that or the oranges mean death is coming, but really he thought the oranges 🍊 spilling would make a great shot. i have often commented that people are over thinking the meanings of scenes like in godfather or Kubrick films. The reality is that a lot of it is rushed due to production. not to take away the collective art of the end product
Poor Francis, what a horrible, stressful ordeal he endured in making this brilliant film, (incredible that he went on and made the sequel after that, the greatest in Hollywood history). In listening to his story, there wasn't one suggestion the studio made that would have worked, ( what assholes Bob Evans and the others at Paramount were). It also speaks to how much Francis put of his own personal life and family into the making of The Godfather. It is without question a great and truly iconic film.
Bob Evans actually fought really hard for Copolla and had to defend him against the rest of the studio on several occasions
How did I NOT know that Abe Vigoda was discovered through an "open casting process" on this film? Prior to the Godfather, he was a virtual unknown, with no agent. Amazing!
Extremely interesting to hear about all the ins and outs of making a masterpiece.
Best movie ever.
Always Legendary
Francis Ford Coppola struggled making The Godfather, Steven Spielberg struggled making Jaws and George Lucas struggled making Star Wars. In the end, their films ended up changing film history.
Except “Star Wars” and “Jaws” suck ass.
It's irritating that the studio execs always think THEY know everything, and are proven otherwise every time... but, that never seems to stop them from interfering as much as possible. Morons!
Brilliant. Thank you for sharing it.
I paraphrase Mr Coppola but thought it was delightful when he said to stick to your guns creatively if you're truly invested, because that's what you'll be known for 30 years hence. That's such great advice.
I liked the interaction between Mama Coreleone and Carlo when Johnny Fontaine is singing to Connie.
Fascinating.
I find it funny that Francis will only mention the wedding as being full of professional extras and not Colombo family members.😎
@ 1:43:19 I always thought the wall-lights behind Corleone's head, had the Crown-like appearance /connotation, which enhanced his respect as Il Capo de tutti Capi / boss of bosses.
I wish we can get this commentary for parts 2 and 3. Anyone know if it exist?
I find it funny that Francis will only mention Lenny Montana’s wrestling credentials and not his Colombo family ties.😎
It’s just a rumor lol
@ yeah, ok!😂
14:13 my eye picked up something, but not that! Wow.
Glad that Coppola
25:29 ironic isnt it. Their dogs eat horse meat and they got issues about a scene in a movie
on another one i heard francis say the first thing filmed was Duval with the sled-----
There was was very little Bob Evans was right about with this movie. He was a putz.
What happened to your old channel? I remember there were more commentaries.
thembarchives.com/what-happened-to-the-m-b-archives-youtube-channel/
@@MB.Archives just went through the link you posted. I understand your frustration because youtube is getting more and more retarded every year. I already subscribed to the spotify channel so that was what surprised me coming to your youtube channel today. Thanks again for uploading these commentaries.
Can you please link to your podcast on apple music. I can't find the link on your website.
@@shivkammadari podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dvd-commentary-the-original-podcast/id1640175066
I miss Marty Scorsese commentaries.
37:51 I'll bet that Richard Castellano's friend must have felt pretty bad that Richard held out for him to do that dialog and lost his spot in G2.
friend/girlfriend
I also read that he did not want Clemenza to betray Michael, and in Godfather II, his character was supposed to betray Michael rather than Tessio. Of course, Francis doesn't mention this, so it might be false.
I would've liked this movie, but it insists upon itself.
It was tessio who knew about the toilent with the chain. Not Clemenza like Francis said lol
what happened to the horse after he says 'cut'? returned to alpo?
My understanding from Tina Sinatra in a Youtub video. After completion of the scene, The head was taken to a taxidermy and mounted on a platform with wheels. For years it traveled around Columbia Picture Studio as a gage from one artist to another. Most recently Tina herself sent it to Ray Liotta when he portrayed her father Frank Sinatra. Liotta however did not find it funny and was freaked out, thinking it was in fact a message from the mob.
My mom saw this in the theater. She said this scene as Woltz woke up with Khartoum's bloody severed head in his silk sheets was so shocking. The reverberations as he yelled in horror stunned everyone in the movie theater.
57:00
Great! I have enjoyed this movie forever. I also liked the reaction to the Godfather by the TH-cam movie reaction channel: TBR Schmitt. Phenomenal
Had no idea Talia Shire is his sister.
1:23:43, isn't that parking garage structure above the rheingold truck too modern for 1947?
😊
There is something regal when Michael speaks in English language.....almost like his a prince, but REALLY now you know that real reason Michael spoke in English was because Pacino could not memorize Italian language......LOL.
IN otherwords....this is no prince speaking...
Well duh..
It did serve dramatic purpose.....it convinced Vitelli to allow Michael to come into his house....... Vitelli was a scumbag seeking to financially exploit Michael. Apollonia was no different.
He made her an offer which she goldigger she was couldn't refuse ....
He chased Apollonia in the middle of the mafia war, conned her into marrying him at the hight of the danger and killed her with the wedding.......
No ...he really loved her
it's 'leave the gun, take the canolli', not 'drop the gun bring the canolli --francis is getting old
directors always misquote their own movies. its a thing
Isn't the length of the movie 2.55 hours, but this is 2.10?
It’s edited to exclude silences (moments where Francis isn’t speaking)
didnt have tomatoes 🍅? import them from chicago?😂
Formality of the courtship was arranged...... Formality is something you have to do, something that is traditional or a rule but MEANINGLESS
It's not meaningless...it's about respect
If it was truly meaningless, would it still be done?
j
This movie was just an enormous disappointment compared to the book.
The book is incredibly sleazy and lowbrow. Coppola refined it into a masterpiece.
Dude, you are a master director, but you managed to make this video a bit boring! Best of luck!
horse hockey. dude
you are boring this is boring snore
wrong
@@daytripperhdyep, dude is wrong. This is fascinating. I am astonished to the degree the executives and bean counters tried to sabotage this piece of art, only to take credit for it when it was acclaimed as a masterpiece.