Luca Brasi was feared because he was a savage, remorseless killer, Don Vito Corleone's brutal personal enforcer, and a physically imposing brute with unmatched loyalty, making him a terrifying, unstoppable force who reveled in violence and had a death wish, as detailed in The Godfather book and film. He was so dangerous that he was considered a major military asset for the Corleone family, capable of single-handedly decimating enemies.
Don Corleone intervened, protecting the woman while covering up Brasi's crime and bringing him into his family, thus gaining Brasi's undying service and loyalty.
Luca's killing ability, his strength in a fight, and the sheer terror his reputation generated in the New York underworld was said to account for nearly a third of the Corleone's military strength, just by himself (for reference, the Corleones had three entire regimes composed of nearly a hundred button men as the ...
Overconfidence: Luca Brasi is known for his fearsome reputation, but his overconfidence may have played a role in his downfall. He underestimates the cunning of his adversaries and doesn't anticipate the betrayal. The Element of Surprise: Brasi is attacked from behind, which gives him little chance to defend himself.
It's explained quite clearly and logically in the book. Even as he recognized that Luca Brasi was one of his most important tools, Don Corleone viewed the man as inherently dangerous to handle “like dynamite, not truly subject to control” if I remember his thoughts correctly.
Luca Brasi: Don Corleone, I am honored and grateful that you have invited me to your daughter... 's wedding... on the day of your daughter's wedding. And I hope their first child be a masculine child. I pledge my ever-ending loyalty.
While Kay represented his American progressive side and the desire to leave behind the criminal legacy of his family, Apollonia represented his Sicilian roots and the desire for a traditional family with a supportive wife who stayed out of the business of men similar to his own mother.
Al Pacino deeply admired Marlon Brando as a transformative, "larger than life" acting hero who inspired him, and their work in The Godfather cemented this, with Brando's support being crucial for Pacino keeping the role, even defending him to the studio. Pacino recalled Brando's infectious kindness and unique power, despite his own initial intimidation, and highlighted Brando's humanity and generosity in his iconic portrayal of Don Vito Corleone, a performance Pacino believes made the character an enduring icon.
Clemenza's strongest attribute to the Corleones was his stubborn loyalty, not his intelligence. Thus, regardless of his complaints about Michael, he would never have betrayed the Corleones.
Michael avenges Apollonia in a deleted scene from Godfather. Another scene was filmed where Michael got his revenge by having Fabrizio's car bombed.
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He's a small-time criminal, and they refuse to give him important tasks. He's also bad at the job they do give him as a small bookie and that loses the family money. Carlo in turn takes his frustrations out on Connie in the most despicable way possible.
In reference to Fredo Corleone being the weaker and less intelligent of his brothers, the term "Fredo" has come to refer to a weak member of a group, especially one of a number of siblings in a family, regardless of ethnicity.
Apollonia was only 16 when she died? Wow! That means she was only 15 or 16 when she married Michael.
The Godfather is famous for iconic lines like Vito Corleone's "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse," Michael's "Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer," and the pragmatic "Leave the gun. Take the cannoli," reflecting themes of family, loyalty, power, and business. Other memorable quotes include "A man who doesn't spend time with his family can never be a real man," and "Revenge is a dish best served cold".
On March 27, 1973, Marlon Brando declined his Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'The Godfather'.
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It also doesn't help that Apollonia was pregnant when she died, while Kay didn't just live, but chose to abort her third pregnancy.
Clemenza was written out of Godfather Part II due to actor disagreements.
Fabrizio Shortly after, Michael married a Sicilian girl, Apollonia Vitelli, much to Fabrizio's jealousy. He was bought out by the Barzini family from New York, and placed a bomb in Michael's car, which failed to kill him, taking Apollonia instead.
Snoop Dogg during the tribute to 2Pac gave the presentation and said 2Pac is the greatest rapper of all time. However, he later went on Jimmy Kimmel Live and said the top 3 best rappers are; Slick Rick, Ice Cube and him Snoop.
Battery charge
Gates was charged with battery for kicking a female fan in the summer of 2015 while he was performing on stage at an event in Lakeland, Florida. He used Florida's stand-your-ground law in defense. On October 26, 2016, he was convicted of the charge and sentenced to 180 days in jail.