There is a new series about the making of one of the greatest films of all time. The Offer details the making of the Godfather. It is really good.
It is basically the story of Al Ruddy who was the producer. Since it was taken from his book it portrays him as the all-powerful hero like Superman. He never quits and always figures out the right thing to get the movie made. It is very one sided but still enjoyable.
They really show what a Hollywood sleaze ball Robert Evans was and what a Wall Street pyscho Charles Bludhorn who ran Gulf and Western was in real life. The corporate politics are the crux of the movie, but the most enjoyable part is watching actors portray the original cast. The guy who plays Al Pacino is particularly good.
I especially enjoyed the portrayal of Joe Colombo who is never depicted in Mafia movies in any real way. They caught the awkward essence of Colombo and the raging psychosis of Crazy Joe Gallo but really missed the boat on the oily snake that was Carlo Gambino. It almost through me out of the show but the other characterizations redeemed the effort.
I heartily recommend it to fans of the genre or if you just want a show to watch.
Take the show and leave the cannoli.
3 comments:
You neglected to tag Chicklit on this post - given how much he likes Easterns you missed a great opportunity.
Never a fan of mobsters, but all I really remember about it was Al Pacino's bride.
Kell babe.
Haha, "Easterns"
excellent!
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