The Godfather part 1 tells the story of young Michael Corleone and his struggle to decide what is right and what is expected. The film begins on the day of Don Vito Corleone's (Michael's father) daughter Connie's wedding. Michael realizes that upon his return from the war, he will be expected to take over the family business, however he is uncertain if he has the moral capacity to do so. Over the years Michael has discovered that his family business is less than honorable, and is unsure if he wants to be involved. Michael is thrust into a world that he neither wants nor supports all for the sake of his 'family'. When a new family comes to the Corleone's asking for support, Don Vito is torn between the ways of the past and the future. The Corleone family is pushed to the edge as they struggle between choices that they all must make.
The analogy about being the head of the business and the head of the family is prominent throughout this movie and gives the film a deep underlying meaning.
The Godfather part 2 is mainly comprised of stories about a young Vito Corleone and his childhood growing up in Italy and New York in the early 1900's. It is contrasted by the present day Michael Corleone expanding the family business to different parts of the world.
Both films have achieved an iconic status and I believe that both would be beneficial to any film class.
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