Our Godfather
Our Godfather

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Our Godfather

2019
Movie
93 min
English

The story of how Sicilian Mafia boss Tommaso Buscetta (1928-2000), the Godfather of Two Worlds, revealed, starting in 1984, the deepest secrets of the organization, thus helping to convict the hundreds of mafiosi who were tried in the trial held in Palermo between 1986 and 1987.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the South of France, a man named Lino lives a quiet life with his family, running a modest business. However, his peaceful existence is shattered when he is targeted by a dangerous criminal organization. Lino is forced to confront his hidden past and dangerous connections to protect his loved ones from the escalating violence.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with praise for Vincent Cassel's performance and the tense atmosphere. Some critics found the plot somewhat predictable, but generally acknowledged its effectiveness as a crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Vincent Cassel delivers a compelling performance as a man caught between his family and his criminal past.

  • The film effectively builds suspense and offers a gritty portrayal of organized crime.

  • While the narrative treads familiar ground, it remains an engaging crime thriller with strong direction.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Emperor of Paris' (L'Empereur de Paris) and was intended to be released in 2018, but faced distribution delays and was eventually released in some markets as 'Our Godfather' in 2019.

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