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Customer Rating: - Epic Proportions
For the 'Godfather' afficianado, this is the film for you. The story was well adapted for film from Mario Puzo's sweeping saga and even more so, gives veiled insights into real life mafia events. Although the studio produced the 'Epic' without Francis Ford's full consent, Mr. Coppola should be more than proud of the praise this version received. I have heard that Mr. Coppola refuses to let this version be reissued in DVD format, but I hope that not only is it released in the future, but that 'all' additional footage is restored. By that, I mean that I have seen additional footage on the TNT and TBS versions of the film that was not even released in the Epic. So, to all who revere this film, keep your fingers crossed in hopes that the future will bring us 'The Godfather Saga'.

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Customer Rating: - I enjoy this version more...
I'll preface this by saying that it's best you watch the originals first (though most have already seen them). The first theatrical release is legend. The Godfather II was also remarkable, providing the incredible backstory for Vito as a child and how he came to be. It reveals the details of his past that most were anxious to discover after viewing Godfather I. As such, the slower pacing and darker qualities of the second film were not a liability. This epic version was edited chronologically, which means you actually see mostly Godfather II for the first third of the epic. For some first-time viewers this version may not work as well.

I actually own the DVD box collection with films 1,2 and 3. When I'm in the mood to watch The Godfather I & II films however, I always find myself pulling out this version on VHS instead. I much prefer watching this family's story unfold over time.

I sincerely hope that they release a DVD version soon. I'm afraid that my VCR player might eat the tape someday from too many viewings. Godfather - The Complete Epic is a must for fans of these films.

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Customer Rating: - The finished feature is better than the sum of it's parts.
I purchased the "Godfather Epic" years ago. After watching it I felt as if I had seen the godfather for the first time. Now I am praying for a DVD presentation to be released. Kieth J Joyce gives a very accurate review and I couldn't agree more with it. Now, if the studio would just release a DVD version......

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Customer Rating: - An entirely new spin and look to the godfather
This is a wonderfully done re-edit of the first two movies of the Godfather, with extra footage added in. The story is told in entirely chronalogical order except for one flashback at the very end, scenes are added and the story takes on a much more historical/familial feel to it, particulary at the end of the second movie with Michael all alone.
Not a movie for anyone who hasn't seen the Godfather trilogy in it's orginal format. really wish this movie would be re-released by the studio on DVD.
In terms of editing quality and addition of subtle depth to the story lines the most recent example of a well done re-edit on the lines of this movie was the masterful job on the extended versions of Lord of the Rings trilogies. Everyone who loves the Godfather trilogy as much as I do should see this movie.