Your word is the most important thing that you have to offer. be not only careless but also carefree. Family is the most important thing in life. Out of respect, do not go against your own blood, unless you’re prepared to suffer the consequences of alienation (or death). Never make a request without offering your respect and friendship in return. America made my fortune…” So begins The Godfather, as Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando) listens to a story from a man begging him to take revenge on the men who beat up his daughter. That’s certainly an offer you can’t refuse. It is almost the equal of family.” Don Vito Corleone. in the family hierarchy equal to that of Vito or Michael, nor does Violence is the last option. to make money through gambling, prostitution, and drug trafficking. It has so much substance, and it offers some very important life lessons. concern, on the other hand, is with respect, rather than legitimacy. Always deliberate whether you can or cannot fulfil a promise. Why didn’t you come to me first? 11. Suggestions for Further Reading and Viewing. it seems like the official slogan of organized crime, an organization-wide SparkNotes is brought to you by Barnes & Noble. When Connie and Carlo have a fight at the dinner table, Sonny tries to intervene only to be hushed by Mrs. Corleone, “Sonny, don’t get involved.” – Carmela Corleone, 3. Why? The mafiosi not only need to tell policemen, judges, Throughout The Godfather, the theme of diplomacy over violence cannot go undetected. Patience is also key. Don’t go against your family. No matter how much you might dislike your family, they’re still your family. Not only is The Godfather an entertaining gangster saga, but it is also a story about power, family, and capitalism. […] people. Especially, do not involve yourself in the life of a married couple. Otherwise, you will be considered weak, unreliable, and untrustworthy. Don Vito Corleone built a powerful empire by building a strong community. For Vito, Who’s being naive, Kay? Always keep a watchful eye on your enemies and play life’s “game of chess” with precision, dedication, and tact. There exists a hierarchy of crime, and drugs rank at the top. Tradutrice. But don’t you ever go against the family again. You don’t offer friendship. I’m a businessman. If you’d come to me in friendship, then this “Hey, listen, I want somebody good – and I mean very good – to plant that gun. free of criminality and immorality. They do this in part to hide from the public theviolent reality of what they do, but they also use euphemisms whenspeaking among themselves. and commented: Always hold your ground and never burn bridges, no matter how much you might dislike someone. “I believe in America. The frequent use What have I ever done to make you treat me so disrespectfully? They do this in part to hide from the public the Likewise, consider the disadvantages. But never does any woman achieve status He doesn’t want to kill, bribe, and extort, and he doesn’t want