"One of the most brutal and moving chronicles of American life ever designed within the limits of popular entertainment." - Vincent Canby, The New York Times

"Overflowing with life, rich with all the grand emotions and vital juices of existence, up to and including blood." - Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

"A brilliant conjuring act." - Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Join the Film Center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola's Academy Award-winning masterpiece THE GODFATHER, meticulously restored in 4K high dynamic range over three years under the direction of Coppola. Widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this mob drama, based on Mario Puzo's novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don's youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), reluctantly joins the Mafia, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton), he is drawn deeper into the family business. Select showtimes only! 


Awards & Nominations

Winner - Best Picture, Best Actor in a Leading Role (Marlon Brando), Best Adapted Screenplay, Academy Awards (1973)
Nominee - Best Actor in a Supporting Role (James Caan), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Robert Duvall), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Al Pacino), Best Director, Best Costume Design, Best Sound, Best Film Editing, Academy Awards (1973)


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