EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 1H 32M
The Godfather (1972)
from Rewatching Oscar · host Jack Ferdman
This is undoubtedly one of the most popular and highly acclaimed Best Picture winners in the history of the Academy Awards. And it makes sense. There is so much to love about Francis Ford Coppola's epic about family, loyalty, redemption, violence ... and so much more. After more than 50 years, The Godfather remains a brilliant piece of cinema that never gets old. Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films released in 1972? Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year.Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes.SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar:Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.comApple Podcasts/iTunesSpotifyGoogle PodcastsiHeart RadioPodchaserPodcast AddictTuneInAlexaAmazon Overcasts Podcast Addict Player FMRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rssWebsite: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.comSocial Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSkyShare your thoughts and suggestions with us through:Facebook Messenger or email us [email protected] or [email protected] by TurpacShow Producer: Jack FerdmanPodcast Logo Design: Jack FerdmanMovie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic TrailersMovie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTubeSupport us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating. It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone.Send us Fan Mail
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This is undoubtedly one of the most popular and highly acclaimed Best Picture winners in the history of the Academy Awards. And it makes sense. There is so much to love about Francis Ford Coppola's epic about family, loyalty, redemption, violence ... and so much more. After more than 50 years, The Godfather remains a brilliant piece of cinema that never gets old. Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films released in 1972? Listen...
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