Meet the family that gave us Francis and Sofia, Talia Shire and Nicholas Cage—and brought The Godfather saga into the world. A charming portrait of the extraordinarily creative Coppola clan, which numbers acclaimed filmmakers and actors and generations of musicians, The Family Whistle traces the family from its origins in the abject poverty of southern Italy to the glory of the Academy Awards and Radio City Music Hall. Full of delightful insights into the characters and settings that inspired key aspects of The Godfather and the Corleone family, the fast-moving film is a joyful addition to film history and a moving study of the Coppolas' enduring connection to the land of their origin. Never-before screened in Toronto, and acclaimed at the Cannes and Telluride film festivals, this is must-see viewing for lovers of Italian culture, The Godfather and a good family saga.
Promotional Partner: Istituto Italiano di Cultura
Tickets: $15 (Members from $10)
The Movie You Can’t Refuse: The Godfather at 50: To mark the 50th anniversary of the film’s release, Hot Docs is presenting this specially curated series exploring the enduring mystique and influence of this pop-cultural juggernaut.
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