The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn't (2008)
On the 35th anniversary of the release of the landmark film "The Godfather," (March 15, 1972) we look back at the time and place of the film's conception and shooting.
Top billed cast
Walter MurchSelf
George LucasSelf
Francis Ford CoppolaSelf
Peter BartSelf
Mick LaSalleSelf
Robert EvansSelf
William FriedkinSelf
Steven SpielbergSelf
John TurturroSelf
Richard BelzerSelf
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