'The Godfather' bridged old and new Hollywood to save American moviegoing

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'The Godfather' bridged old and new Hollywood to save American moviegoing

On its 50th Anniversary, The Godfather is one of the most influential and respected films in Hollywood history. But that outcome didn't seem likely at its premiere.
     

On its 50th Anniversary, The Godfather is one of the most influential and respected films in Hollywood history. But that outcome didn't seem likely at its premiere.

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