The Godfather: Where Are They Now?

Despite initial bad reviews, 1972’s ‘The Godfather’ is seen as both the ultimate Mafia film and one of the greatest movies of all time. Little wonder really, Francis Ford Coppola’s epic movie is a masterful adaptation of Mario Puzo's novel, full of cinematic flourishes and jam-packed with quotable dialogue. It also has one of the best casts ever assembled. So what subsequently happened to the stars of that classic? Were there many offers they couldn't refuse? Let's examine. Marlon Brando Coppola dismissed concerns from worried studio executives about hiring Marlon Brando, as the legendary actor was gaining himself a reputation of being difficult. (The director would wish he listened to them when he cast Brando again for the troubled production of ‘Apocalypse Now’).In ‘The Godfather’ he delivered arguably his most iconic performance and bagged himself a second Oscar – his previous win came from his role in ‘On The Waterfront’. He caused controversy in ‘Last Tango in Paris’ because of the film’s erotic nature and he earned a whopping £2.3 million for his small part in 1978’s ‘Superman: The Movie’.Through the years he became more known for his troublesome reputation and ever expanding girth than his obvious acting talents - he was, after all, the poster boy of method acting.The film ‘Island of Dr Moreau’ marked a low point in a career that was full of incredible highs.Brando sadly died in 2004. Al Pacino... read more