10 Best Movies of All Time

2. The Godfather

IMDB Rating: 9.0

The Godfather is a 1972 American crime film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, who co-wrote the screenplay with Mario Puzo, based on Puzo’s best-selling 1969 novel of the same title. The film serves as the inaugural chapter of The Godfather trilogy, providing an immersive narrative that spans from 1945 to 1955 and delves into the intricate dynamics of the Corleone family, guided by their esteemed patriarch, Vito Corleone. The story primarily revolves around the remarkable evolution of Michael Corleone, Vito’s youngest son, as he transitions from an initially hesitant outsider to a formidable and merciless leader within the realm of organized crime. At the 45th Academy Awards, the film won Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Adapted Screenplay. In addition, the seven other Oscar nominations included Best Supporting Actor, and Best Director. The Godfather is often regarded as one of the greatest and most influential films ever made, as well as a landmark of the gangster genre.