I want to watch a good mob movie with my wife... who probably has a smidge of ADD. I was thinking we could break up “Godfather?” Or maybe Goodfellas? She hasn’t seen any of the genre.
I want to watch a good mob movie with my wife... who probably has a smidge of ADD. I was thinking we could break up “Godfather?” Or maybe Goodfellas? She hasn’t seen any of the genre.
Goodfellas is a solid entry point. More entertaining and fast-paced than Godfather, and doesn't take nearly as long to watch. Focuses on a character who is attempting to rise through the ranks of the mob. Has a decent argument to being the best mob movie of all time.
The other major mob film (or films really) is Godfather 1 & 2. They're broader in scope and incredibly well made with a top tier cast. These movies cover a longer time period (telling the stories of both Vito and Michael Corleone) and focus on the top leaders of the mafia. More deliberately paced, which is why I would recommend Goodfellas first. Personally, I prefer Godfather to Goodfellas, but they're both amazing films.
The Sopranos is also top tier mafia media, but its also a 6 season TV show, so it is a much larger commitment. That said, its runtime does allow it to study the lives of mafia members and those around them in much greater depth. Certainly worth seeing if you have any interest in the genre. Plus it's one of the best television shows in general.
Scorsese made a bunch of other gangster movies, all of which are worth seeing: Mean Streets, The Irishman, Casino, The Departed