The Godfather

Paramount Pictures | Release Date: March 24, 1972

9.2	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 4123 Ratings

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goggomobileAug 9, 2018

This movie does not deserve a perfect score. It's a boring overrated movie, seriously, how can anyone understand what Brando is saying with all that cotton wool in his mouth, let alone get away with it, he must have been laughing all the wayThis movie does not deserve a perfect score. It's a boring overrated movie, seriously, how can anyone understand what Brando is saying with all that cotton wool in his mouth, let alone get away with it, he must have been laughing all the way to the bank and taking the p@ss out of everyone with this movie.… Expand

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

I'm not going to try and insult audiences who have loved this film for over 40 years by telling you this is a bad film - it was just never meant for me. I personally found it to be one of the most intensely boring films I have seen in aI'm not going to try and insult audiences who have loved this film for over 40 years by telling you this is a bad film - it was just never meant for me. I personally found it to be one of the most intensely boring films I have seen in a while. I suppose it's the genre I have a problem with: crime and gangster films seldom interest me. This one is no different.… Expand

5 of 18 users found this helpful513

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WilliamD.Jan 16, 2010

Godfather isn't a terrible movie. On the contrary, its a movie with a ton of unrealized potential that executes with the grain.

5 of 20 users found this helpful

neldotSep 27, 2020

Paramount must be run by idiots. Who thought that it was a good idea in 2010, when they remastered this masterpiece, to dub again the iconic italian voices of the time (for example the great voice actor Ferruccio Amendola, that was a superbParamount must be run by idiots. Who thought that it was a good idea in 2010, when they remastered this masterpiece, to dub again the iconic italian voices of the time (for example the great voice actor Ferruccio Amendola, that was a superb Brando)? The new voices are so cringy that now the movie seems a parody of itself, whereas the original voices were epic and mithical. Congrats to Paramount. They just killed one of the greatest movie of all the times in their remastered italian version.… Expand

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RyanN.Sep 2, 2006

I HATE this movie. What a load of boring drivel. From the beginning to the end, this film neither exited or engaged me. The characters seemed utterly false, the story utterly mundane. There have been far better ganster films - the I HATE this movie. What a load of boring drivel. From the beginning to the end, this film neither exited or engaged me. The characters seemed utterly false, the story utterly mundane. There have been far better ganster films - the untouchables, donnie brasco, hell - even bugsy malone is better than this. And the worst thing is, everyone seems to love it. Why? WHY? The best movie ever? This, better than Pulp Fiction? This, better than LA Confidential? This, better than Scarface? this is a bandwagon "best film ever" and each of you knows that you are lying and following the trend. Oh, and the length of the film was just the icing. It should have ended about 3 times before it did finally end.… Expand

5 of 22 users found this helpful

BlaP.Jun 9, 2008

very very over rated movie and could not get into it i would give it a 7 but beacsue its supposed to be the best movie of all time and kinda sucked it get 0 points from me

8 of 36 users found this helpful

MagMachinaApr 20, 2019

Usually i like slow paced films, but at some point a movie should draw interest or emotion. There are almost no story peaks that are exciting, suspensful, emotional or whatever. When people die for example, they get killed suddenly out ofUsually i like slow paced films, but at some point a movie should draw interest or emotion. There are almost no story peaks that are exciting, suspensful, emotional or whatever. When people die for example, they get killed suddenly out of nowhere, so even before these moments the movie builds up no suspense. Many scenes are far too long and forgettable, like both the weddings and many more. Even the horsehead had no relevance for anything. The acting is solid but never reaches any remarkable levels. Not one of the characters is truly likeable, what makes it difficult to feel for them. In the end i am also a bit disappointed of the camera work: too many wideshots, too less facial close ups and missing overall aesthetics in look and scenery. I feel bad for rating a classic movie like this so low, but i cant see the brilliancy of The Godfather.… Expand

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GG.Jan 3, 2007

Brando is awful in this, he mumbles so he doesn't have to do an accent.

5 of 24 users found this helpful

JamesKMay 1, 2007

Did not care for it. It insists upon itself.

11 of 53 users found this helpful

TomZ.Jan 3, 2007

HORRIBLE FILM!! so boring, this metascore is clearly rigged, it is impossible for 100, as that means absolutely everyone rated it perfect! Grrr.

4 of 20 users found this helpful

NickPJan 11, 2009

Too overrated.either the the revievers were paid to give it good scores or they were threatened by the mob.

4 of 20 users found this helpful

JoeFJan 17, 2010

Masterpiece of $&!%. The ratio of 10 ratings is a excellent example of how dependent peoples minds are on the status quo. If you were to watch this movie without ever hearing about it you would most likely find it to be a well scripted dull Masterpiece of $&!%. The ratio of 10 ratings is a excellent example of how dependent peoples minds are on the status quo. If you were to watch this movie without ever hearing about it you would most likely find it to be a well scripted dull movie and nothing more.… Expand

6 of 33 users found this helpful

KaptainHutchinoDec 12, 2013

I would say The Godfather is very overrated. It has terribly tedious delivery, and is basically just three hours of guys in suits sitting at a table talking about business.

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ZachS.Feb 5, 2007

Wow. That's all I have to say, this film was just horribly overrated.... I mean it's not a bad film or anything, but it is too boring and none of the characters are really likable.

2 of 12 users found this helpful

RyanJ.Jul 18, 2007

I don't know where all of you get off. "Oh I like The Godfather.. you know, and The Beatles, and bread, and water, and breathing" please can we get out of the mentality that we have to venerate this movie. Sure. Watch it once. Recall I don't know where all of you get off. "Oh I like The Godfather.. you know, and The Beatles, and bread, and water, and breathing" please can we get out of the mentality that we have to venerate this movie. Sure. Watch it once. Recall that the baby boomer generation will revere it until they die off. I say at that point we don't show this movie to kids born in the 21st century. next!… Expand

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DavidC.Sep 25, 2007

Ok if by 100 you mean its worth seeing if you get paid $100 dollars but I would not even see it again for that much worse time of my life and the only reason i didn't leave is because it was raining out side. This movie was the worse I Ok if by 100 you mean its worth seeing if you get paid $100 dollars but I would not even see it again for that much worse time of my life and the only reason i didn't leave is because it was raining out side. This movie was the worse I hope critics get shot for saying other wise.… Expand

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FairbottomMar 18, 2019

Francis Ford Coppola has done the best he can with such meagre resources. Consider The Godfather (and the Godfather Part II) as Coppola working through his directorial immaturity, on his way to producing his masterwork: The Godfather Part III.

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buttpoopeyfartJun 18, 2020

This movie is kinda really bad I mean who even is this godfather guy? he's not my godfather

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WilliamrtmJul 11, 2020

Como "O poderoso chefão" é considerado um clássico, não tive como conter as expectativas de que seria um ótimo filme. Poucas vezes na minha vida eu me desapontei tanto com um filme.

Não consigo entender como um filme longo de quase 3 horasComo "O poderoso chefão" é considerado um clássico, não tive como conter as expectativas de que seria um ótimo filme. Poucas vezes na minha vida eu me desapontei tanto com um filme.

Não consigo entender como um filme longo de quase 3 horas de duração não consegue desenvolver seus personagens.

A história se resume em abordar a relação dos negócios das máfias, já a relação dos personagens com seus familiares e amigos não é aprofundada, fica algo raso, frio e muito mal feito. Sinto como se todos irmãos da família Corleone tivessem a mesma personalidade, já que não houve desenvolvimento.

Minha nota não foi mais baixa por causa da filmagem que foi uma revolução para a época, a trilha sonora é boa e a atuação é boa, mas comprometida pelo não desenvolvimento dos personagens.

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steventroubleJan 11, 2013

This is the only movie I've ever watched that has put me to sleep. I imagine that the entire movie could have been put into about 1/8th the time and still have retained all of its meaning.

7 of 44 users found this helpful737

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JimBobJonesJan 9, 2008

The most overrated and boring thing i have ever seen. It was just a bunch of stuff that happened for three hours. No point, no meaning, no feeling. Get off the bandwaggon!

2 of 13 users found this helpful

OverRatedAug 13, 2008

Completely over rated ... nuff said.

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AlexanderT.Jul 12, 2006

This movie sucks.

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AlexanderT.Sep 4, 2007

This movie sucks.

2 of 14 users found this helpful

JobelJul 2, 2020

why watch the godfather when you can watch alvin and the chipmunks: the squekqual? really disappointing smh

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SeanM.Nov 12, 2003

Excuse me, how did this movie get a 100, the metacritic calculation failed to factor in the last entry which would inevitably knock down the score to a 99. I personally have never seen the movie but I am just pointing out the fact that the Excuse me, how did this movie get a 100, the metacritic calculation failed to factor in the last entry which would inevitably knock down the score to a 99. I personally have never seen the movie but I am just pointing out the fact that the critism of the movie is very bias towards it being perfect and classic. [Ed: Sean, take a look at the scoring explained page re: normalization.]… Expand

2 of 16 users found this helpful

SobhanzareiMay 7, 2021

So bad! Not good acting ! Not a good story !not a good direction! So why I have rated this movie more than 1 ! 1 just because of chrachter of Michael.

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SobhanZarei313Nov 11, 2022

I don't know what do you see on this movie this is terrible. Wow your opinions are just so crazy please don't watch movie.

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spicy617Mar 4, 2023

The Godfather is a film that's been praised for its impact on cinema history, but in reality, it's an overrated and poorly made movie. The story is dull and unengaging, with characters that are impossible to connect with or care about. TheThe Godfather is a film that's been praised for its impact on cinema history, but in reality, it's an overrated and poorly made movie. The story is dull and unengaging, with characters that are impossible to connect with or care about. The pacing is slow and plodding, making the film feel like it's dragging on forever.

The acting is also subpar, with actors delivering their lines with all the emotion of a brick wall. The dialogue is clunky and uninspired, with no memorable or quotable lines to speak of. The film also lacks any real sense of tension or excitement, making it a chore to sit through.

The cinematography is nothing special, with bland and forgettable shots that do nothing to add to the film's atmosphere. The soundtrack is also unremarkable, with forgettable music that fails to enhance the movie in any meaningful way.

Overall, The Godfather is a film that's more hype than substance. It's a boring, forgettable movie that fails to live up to its reputation as a cinematic masterpiece. Save yourself the time and watch something else instead.… Expand

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