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Radio 4,31 Jan 2009,30 mins
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Paul Gambaccini explores the potboiler novel that spawned not only one of the most violent 'family' movies ever, but also led to an even more successful sequel. An offer that can't be refused... Directed by Francis Ford Coppola - the stars of The Godfather and The Godfather Part II included Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan and Robert De Niro. Series about how some of the greatest Oscar-winning films were made, and what they tell us about the history of the time. Producer: Jane Lewis First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in January 2009.
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