If this movie had grooves like a record, it would be worn out. While the first will always be a classic, it's part II that shines the brightest.

As an actor, this is what you dream of, meat on the bone and direction that makes magic happen.

The way Coppola weaves in and out of time, those moments give you clarity for Part 1 and lays the foundation for what would only be better when Coppola fought to re-cut part III making it on par with the volumes before it.

Part II has so many incredible subtle moments, such powerful scenes some without any dialog, for example when Kay comes to see the children while Michael is away from home. The anticipated reaction at the door changes instantly as she stands up. Then Michael closes the door on her. Just one of many little moments that define the era and characters.

The best out out of the three movies, however the remake of III is worth revisiting.

A smorgaburg of dialog to dig into.