Paramount The Godfather Trilogy: 50th Anniversary

For the first time in one collection, this is the essential, definitive saga of the Corleone family, overseen by director Francis Ford Coppola, and based on the bestselling novel by Mario Puzo. A global cultural touchstone captivating fans across generations, the enduring cinematic legacy of THE GODFATHER has immeasurably influenced popular culture, and rightfully earned its legacy as one of the greatest in the history of motion pictures.Remastered and Restored in 4K with HDR-10 and DOLBY VISION, this collection includes Academy Award winners for Best Picture The Godfather and The Godfather Part II, alongside the acclaimed conclusion Mario Puzo's The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone, as well as an extensive array of new and legacy behind-the-scenes special features. I am very proud of The Godfather, which certainly defined the first third of my creative life, said Francis Ford Coppola. With this 50th anniversary tribute, I'm especially proud Mario Puzo's THE GODFATHER, Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone is included, as it captures Mario and my original vision in definitively concluding our epic trilogy. It's also gratifying to celebrate this milestone with Paramount alongside the wonderful fans who've loved it for decades, younger generations who still find it relevant today, and those who will discover it for the first time. Every effort was made to create the finest possible presentation for today's audiences who can watch the films using technology that has advanced dramatically since 2007 when the last restoration was completed by eminent film historian and preservationist Robert Harris. Using that work as a blueprint, the team spent thousands of hours to ensure that every frame was evaluated to create the most pristine presentation while remaining true to the original look and feel of the films.The monumental effort included the following:• Over 300 cartons of film were scrutinized to find the best possible resolution for every frame of all three films.• Over 4,000 hours were spent repairing film stains, tears, and other anomalies in the negatives.• Over 1,000 hours were spent on rigorous color correction to ensure the high dynamic range tools were respectful of the original vision of Coppola and cinematographer Gordon Willis.In addition to the 5.1 audio approved by Walter Murch in 2007, the original mono tracks on The Godfather and The Godfather: Part II have been restored. We felt privileged to restore these films and a little in awe every day we worked on them, said Andrea Kalas, senior vice president, Paramount Archives. We were able to witness first-hand how the brilliant cinematography, score, production design, costume design, editing, performances, and, of course, screenwriting and direction became famously more than the sum of their parts. It was our commitment to honor all of the filmmakers' exceptional work. The 4K Blu-ray set will include The Godfather, The Godfather: Part II, and Coppola's recently re-edited version of the final film, Mario Puzo's THE GODFATHER, Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone. The disc set includes legacy commentaries by Coppola, as well as access to Digital copies of The Godfather, The Godfather: Part II and Mario Puzo's THE GODFATHER, Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone.NEW BONUS CONTENT:The Godfather: Part III—newly remastered and restored versions of the original theatrical cut and Coppola's 1991 cut (note: these are exclusive to the 4K Blu-ray Collections)Introduction to The Godfather by Francis Ford CoppolaFull Circle: Preserving The Godfather—Paramount Pictures archivists detail the incredible restoration process with archival footage showing the evolution of the film through various home entertainment incarnations as picture and audio technologies make quantum leaps over the decades.Capturing the Corleones: Through the Lens of Photographer Steve Schapiro— In this reflective and frank discussion, special photographer Steve Schapiro shares his unique perspective and cherished memories as a witness to the making of this seminal film. Commentary on curated archival images makes for a fascinating, never-before-seen addition to the production's history.The Godfather: Home Movies— An assortment of 8mm home movie footage shot in 1971 offers a candid glimpse into the production of The Godfather. Shot on location at the Norton family estate on Staten Island's Emerson Hill, this is the first time it's been made available to the public.Restoration Comparisons— Before and after highlights showcase extensive picture quality improvements to The Godfather.LEGACY BONUS CONTENT:The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn'tGodfather WorldEmulsional Rescue—Revealing The GodfatherWhen the shooting stoppedThe Godfather on the Red CarpetFour Short Films on The Godfather The Godfather vs. The Godfather: Part II Cannoli Riffing on the Riffing ClemenzaThe Family TreeCrime Organization ChartConnie and Carlo's Wedding Album2008 CreditsBehind the Scenes: A Look Inside On Location Francis Ford Coppola's Notebook Music of The Godfather Nino Rota Carmine CoppolaCoppola & Puzo on ScreenwritingGordon Willis on CinematographyStoryboards – The Godfather: Part IIStoryboards – The Godfather: Part IIIThe Godfather Behind the Scenes 1971Additional ScenesGalleriesTrailersAcclaim & ResponseAdditional MaterialThe Filmmakers