Al Pacino

The Godfather has become more of an emblem than a film – an everlasting Platonic ideal of cinematic grandeur anchored in a canon.

When Al Pacino was a teenager, he developed a passion for performing and eventually moved from the theater to the big screen. Pacino is most recognized for his roles as Michael Corleone in The Godfather and Tony Montana in Scarface. There’s no denying he’s built a niche for himself in brutal mafia roles, with significant time investments. Pacino’s performance in The Godfather catapulted him to stardom, launching a succession of critically lauded performances, including his return as Michael in The Godfather Part II. After decades, Pacino has had a spectacular career, including another role in The Godfather Part III. Pacino enjoys a career revival, with lauded parts in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Hunters in 2020. He has earned an Academy Award, two Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards over his five-decade career.