51 Years Later, Al Pacino’s Greatest Godfather 2 Scene Is Still the Most Powerful Moment in Movie History

The final scene of The Godfather Part II perfectly captures Michael Corleone’s deep loneliness and the pain of being betrayed. Throughout the first two films, we see Michael’s transformation – from a war veteran wanting nothing to do with his family’s criminal activities, to the powerful Don Corleone. But as his influence grew, so did the number of people who betrayed him. This led to a profound isolation, a consequence of his absolute power. The poignant dinner scene, shown in flashback, powerfully foreshadows the despair he feels at the end of the film.








