The Most Iconic Book-to-Film Adaptations in the History of Cinema

ddcblake|Movies|22 Apr 2019

1. The Godfather

1. The Godfather
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The film is based on the 1969 book The Godfather by Mario Puzo. The Corleone family, a New York crime family headed by patriarch Vito (Marlon Brando), fight to stay on top in the years following World War II. Reluctant son Michael (Al Pacino) is drawn deeper and deeper into the family business. The Godfather is widely regarded as one of the greatest films in world cinema. It’s one of the most influential — especially in the gangster genre.