Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather trilogy to re-release in in 4K restored version

The Godfather will soon re-release in the theatres

The iconic The Godfather trilogy is all set to re-release in the theatres across India in a 4K restored version. American cinema icon Francis Ford Coppola's directorial film will be released in the selected theatres.

The official social media account of PVR INOX announced the re-release of The Godfather on Tuesday. Alongside a poster featuring all three films, the caption reads, “An unmissable cinematic revival! Watch The Godfather Trilogy return to the big screen in breathtaking 4K remastered glory only at PVR INOX with our Curated Shows.”

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The Godfather (1972), The Godfather Part II (1974) and The Godfather Part III (1990) will be re-released in selected theatres, starting with the first instalment on September 12, followed by the two sequels on October 17 and November 14, respectively.

The trilogy, which was adapted from Mario Puzo's best-selling book, is considered a classic of world cinema. After introducing the formidable Italian-American mafia family headed by Don Vito Corleone, played by Marlon Brando, it follows the development of his youngest son, Michael, portrayed by Al Pacino, from a reluctant outsider to a vicious mafia boss.

The Godfather features an ensemble cast including Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, James Caan, Diane Keaton, and Talia Shire, among others.

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The first instalment of The Godfather was released in the theatres in 1972, followed by the sequel in 1974 and the third instalment in 1990.

The trilogy explores themes of power, loyalty, family, corruption, morality, and the cost of ambition, redefining gangster films. The film has left a lasting impression and a cultural impact on cinema worldwide.