The Godfather Part II


What features of the first film are present in the second film?
ü  Men superior than women, women are stuck in different rooms while men are discussing their “business”.
ü  The hero’s journey thru Vito Corleone, (less focused on Michael’s Hero’s Journey and more on Vito Corleone)
ü  Symbolism of the colour orange (it’s everywhere!)
ü  Shots through doors and camera angles are the same, make us feel as if we are in the same room.
ü  Public vs. Private shown through lighting.  For ex.  Business is dealt with closed doors and
ü  American Dream: Vito Corleone tries to achieve the American Dream through means that can be justified as he wants to provide for his family.  However it isn’t morally correct. 

How does your understanding of these features affect your viewing experience?
My understanding of these features optimistically affected my viewing experience.  All of the various aspects that were explored with Mr McGuigan started to naturally present themselves them to me.  I felt as if the thorough study of The Godfather really prepared me for individual viewing.  I realized when people started saying “ooo and orange” that we were all mostly in the same boat...

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