The Godfather and The Godfather Part II
Paul Gambaccini explores how The Godfather, and it's successful sequel won Best Picture Oscars. With James Caan. From 2009.
Paul Gambaccini explores the potboiler novel that spawned not only one of the most violent 'family' movies ever, but also led to an even more successful sequel.
An offer that can't be refused...
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola - the stars of The Godfather and The Godfather Part II included Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan and Robert De Niro.
Series about how some of the greatest Oscar-winning films were made, and what they tell us about the history of the time.
Producer: Jane Lewis
First broadcast on 主播大秀 Radio 4 in January 2009.
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Casting Marlon Brando
Duration: 04:00
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Sat 31 Jan 2009 10:30主播大秀 Radio 4- Mon 12 Apr 2010 23:30主播大秀 Radio 4
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The Business of Film
Mark Kermode reveals the economic realities behind the film industry.