Just when you thought you were out… we pull you back in! Join Dave, Hunter, and Jack and special guests Rory and an  run-in from JC, as we celebrate 35 years of The Godfather Part III, the operatic conclusion to cinema’s most iconic crime saga.

In this anniversary episode, we revisit the film’s legacy, its wild creative swings, and the ways it continues to spark debate decades later. From Al Pacino’s evolution as Michael Corleone to Sofia Coppola’s portrayal of Mary, we explore why this film remains a fascinating and essential chapter of the Corleone story.

But this is, after all, a true family podcast, which becomes hilariously evident when Dave’s 2-year-old wakes up mid-recording, leaving the guys momentarily detouring into a  reflection on the career of George Hamilton and an earnest discussion about who should have stepped into Tom Hagen’s shoes once Robert Duvall departed the franchise.

Before returning to Sicily, the conversation opens with two major topics shaking Hollywood today:

• The potential Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. and what could it mean for studios, streaming, and the future of film itself?

• The current state of the awards race: contenders rising, campaigns shifting, and the narrative forming as Oscar season heats up.

Whether you’re a longtime defender of Part III or discovering it anew, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to the operatic tragedy, legacy, and lingering power of the Corleones. It’s fitting that this is the longest episode of the year!

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