The Godfather Part II (1974)

Plot Summary

Michael (Al Pacino) continues his journey as the new Godfather, changing himself and his father business, in the 50's. In parallel, an ordinary man (Robert DeNiro) with no possessions begins to gain power to one day become Don Corleone, in the 20's. In this continued exploration of the character of father and son Corleones, Coppola manages to deliver a new classic, with still much to say.

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Awards

BAFTA Awards (1976)

BAFTA Film Award 1976

Nominated

Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles

Robert De Niro

BAFTA Film Award 1976

Nominated

Best Film Editing

Peter Zinner Barry Malkin Richard Marks

Golden Globes, USA (1975)

Golden Globe 1975

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Drama

Golden Globe 1975

Nominated

Most Promising Newcomer - Male

Lee Strasberg

Golden Globe 1975

Nominated

Best Screenplay - Motion Picture

Francis Ford Coppola Mario Puzo

Golden Globe 1975

Nominated

Best Original Score - Motion Picture

Nino Rota

Academy Awards, USA (1975)

Oscar 1975

Nominated

Best Costume Design

Theadora Van Runkle

Oscar 1975

Winner

Best Art Direction-Set Decoration

Dean Tavoularis Angelo P. Graham George R. Nelson

Oscar 1975

Winner

Best Writing, Screenplay Adapted From Other Material

Francis Ford Coppola Mario Puzo

Oscar 1975

Winner

Best Picture

Francis Ford Coppola Gray Frederickson Fred Roos

Oscar 1975

Winner

Best Music, Original Dramatic Score

Nino Rota Carmine Coppola