Godfather: The Coppola Restoration - The Godfather/ The Godfather, Part II/ The Godfather, Part III (DVD, 2008, 5-Disc Set)

I already had these dvds for several years. Then when I saw this was being released I thought Oh no! now I have to buy another one! It retailed for a good chunk of change, $50.00. More than I really wanted to spend on something I already had. But, I found it for an incredible price on e-bay in like new condition for only $24.00 plus shipping. #27.00 in total! If you like these classic movies and have a hi def. tv then it is more than worth it. The picture and sound are crystal clear. It's rruely amazing what they have done to these films. If you're still not sure. There's always Netflix for a test drive.

My younger cousin and I have always been fans of mobster movies so when I saw this collectors edition for an unbelievable price I decided to buy it as a birthday gift. The product was still brand new and unopened so of course it was a great purchase. However what made the overall transaction so exceptional was that I mistakenly had the product shipped to my cousin's address but to my name so he couldn't receive the package. The package was unfortunately returned to the seller who was cooperative enough to resend the package through express mail with the requested corrections FREE of charge. In the end I got a great purchase with great customer service. I look forward to doing business with this seller in the future and would encourage anyone else to do so as well.

my husband and I have wanted to purchase the entire set, but it was pricy, then i found this on ebay for next to nothing and we are so pleased we dealdt with you guys. quick tranaction great turn around

I decided to treat myself to having the whole collection in one set and was also anxious to get the bonus discs. Well I was nt disappointed. I had the most wonderful GODFATHER MARATHON! Sit back, relax, enjoy. Plan to learn many things you didn't know about what went into the making of all the Godfather episodes.

Francis Ford Coppola's Godfather films have been considered the greatest movies ever and its hard to disagree. Great performances by everyone including Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. The second part could not have introduced audiences to Robert DeNiro any better. Highly recommended.

What is there left to say that hasn't already been said about the Godfather films? Words like classic, epic, and iconic come to mind. Francis Ford Coppola's definitive American gangster saga will always have its place in the annals of film history. Maybe that's why the director can't seem to leave it alone. Since the release of the first sequel, the films have been in and out of the editing room, resulting in so many different versions it's hard keeping track of them all. But there has never been a collection that has brought all of those pieces together in one place, until now.

For those who have never gotten around to watching the films (and, seriously, get to it already), or may have forgotten all the gory details, here's a brief synopsis. Based on the bestselling book by Mario Puzo, The Godfather is the story of an Italian mafia family run by Don Vito Corleone (infamously portrayed by Marlon Brando). Vito has three sons--Sonny (James Caan), Fredo (John Cazale) and Michael (Al Pacino)--and a daughter, Connie (Talia Shire). Sonny is the hothead, Fredo is the dim-witted screw-up and Michael is the prodigal son. Connie is mainly just a pain in the ass. There's also Tom Hagen (Robert Duvall), Vito's loyal foster son, who is a lawyer and the family's closest advisor, or consigliere. When Vito refuses to join the other mafia families in the emerging drug trafficking business, he becomes a target for an attempted assassination. The plot fails, but it sets off a bloody gang war as Vito's sons take out their revenge. Although Michael was the one son with a chance of escaping the mafia lifestyle, it turns out that he is also the only one who can carry on the family business. After a sabbatical in Sicily, Michael returns and ultimately takes over as Don, becoming everything he detests for the sake of maintaining the family name.

The second film is the rare sequel that improves upon the original. Back in 1974, non-linear storytelling wasn't quite as common as it is today, so it took the public and the film community some time to truly appreciate The Godfather II for the masterpiece that it is. The film employs a dual narrative that switches back and forth in time, chronicling the rise of young Vito Corleone (played by the incomparable Robert DeNiro) and the fall of Michael (Pacino, once again turning in a mesmerizing performance). If the first film could be considered to glorify violence and organized crime, this one shows the consequences of that life. It also serves as a thinly veiled metaphor for American capitalism and its destructive effect on family, cultural heritage, community identity and morality.

There are many ardent fans of the first two films who would prefer to pretend that the third was never made, but there's no getting around it when it's sitting there in the DVD case next to the first two. Consider it a bonus gift with purchase. Produced in 1990, The Godfather: Part III continues the story of Michael as he tries to take the family into legitimate business. The problem is, as the famous line goes, "they keep pulling [him] back in." Among Coppola's mistakes making the film, and there are many, he cast his own daughter Sofia as Michael's daughter, Mary, in the film. The happy ending to that story is that she turned out to be a much better director than an actress. Of course, no one knew that at the time, and she became the subject of some pretty stinging ridicule.

EVERYTHING WAS *****FIVE***** STAR!!!!!
THE DVD's ARE MUCH BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL VHS COPIES THAT I HAVE HAD FOR SOME YEARS. THE QUALITY AND VIEWING IS EXCELLENT!

The Godfather is considered, by many, to be one of the greatest movies ever made. After watching it for the first time in years I find myself agreeing with that assessment. Not only was this a classic but it was followed by a sequel that delivers just as much entertainment as the first. This series is unparalleled as far as quality of storyline throughout films. From the opening lines to the dramatic finish, the screen oozes with spectacular acting ability and well crafted writing. Coppola hit a home-run, stepped back up to the plate and smacked another one right out of the park. If you have never seen the masterpiece that is The Godfather, I suggest you make plans to do so. You will not be disappointed, unless you just don't like good movies...

Great!!!, High quality DVD's, I am proud of having those great movies, specially you can have them in just one package. You can look at them with a nostalgic touch, remembering your youth years...It was a good idea to make a wonderfull collection.

a classic n it is always a joy to watch it
the best part is watching the happiness on my old
italian friend when we have a chance to watch these flicks
together - the greatest gift to give someone is your time

Well this is of course a classic but when you have the opportunity to have the additional work of such a great director it becomes a must have for any collection.

Excellent product, fast shipping, great service. Bought product because a couple of mine were on vhs and scatchy.

This is well known classic. I bought it for my brother as a birthday gift. He loves Gangster/Mafia flics. Absolutely enjoyed this one, great idea!

Great color & sound. Bonus footage is very interesting. Some deleted scenes help to clarify the details of the story in PART 2 ... I always thought there was a little something missing from a few scenes and now I know what happened after Michael returned to the U.S. and got his revenge for the murder of his Italian wife. Worth the purchase !

These are the best movies, the family love, what can people do for the family is a value. Obviously there is such bad things that you don't consider to do, but for me it was family love, and people helper.

there is reason that this is known as one of the best movies of all time. If you haven't seen it before you have to give it a try.