Why is Fredo Corleone a tragic figure in the movie?

Fredo is the tragic figure of the Corleone family. Though he is Michael’s older brother, Fredo is passed over for a position of power because he is weak and not too sharp. As Michael’s plans grow more ambitious, Fredo tries to make a move for himself only to accidentally sell out Michael.

Did Michael Corleone kill Connie’s husband after he forgave him?

If you are still unconvinced, remember that this kind of behavior is not new to Michael; in “The Godfather,” he kills Connie Corleone’s husband after he betrays Michael to Don Barzini, even after he apparently forgives him. EDIT: See the comments below.

Would Michael Corleone kill his brother Fredo?

Michael as a Don is contrasted to his father Vito. Vito since his youth to old age was always kind, fair and generous. He loved greatly all the family’s members. If place Vito on Michael’s place regarding Fredo’s betrayal, he would never kill his brother, even for so many mistakes.

What happened to Connie Corleone’s twin?

She was a twin, but her other died in the womb, something that only the closest members of the Corleone family knew about, as well as her godfather, Don Osvaldo Altobello. Being the only girl in her family, Connie was spoiled, having her own pony at a young age.

What happened to Fredo in the Godfather 2?

In The Godfather 2 at Michael and Fredo’s mom’s funeral when Michael approached Fredo, he embraced him, and it seemed that Fredo was really sorry for what he had done. It was clear that Fredo had changed. It was unlikely he would betray Michael again. He perceived that he crossed the line, and he regretted his actions.

Why did Michael have to kill Fredo in the end?

That’s why Michael had to kill Fredo in the end, even though Fredo was never going to be a threat to him, and Fredo was probably forgiven by Michael. It’s the principle behind it. Michael didn’t articulate his principles the way Doyle and Sam did in those other movies, but it’s the same thing. It’s his consistent M.O.

Would Vito have killed his brother Fredo?

Vito since his youth to old age was always kind, fair and generous. He loved greatly all the family’s members. If place Vito on Michael’s place regarding Fredo’s betrayal, he would never kill his brother, even for so many mistakes. Michael turned to heartless criminal and considered his safety as most prioritized matter.

Does Michael Corleone learn anything from Godfather Part 3?

In Godfather Part III, fans see an older and frailer Michael. He is also riddled with guilt for the things he did. However, he doesn’t seem to learn much from his mistakes. When he looks to retire, he eventually names Vincent, the illegitimate son of Sonny Corleone, as the new head of the family.

How does Michael Corleone prove he is not a man to be underestimated?

At the beginning of The Godfather Part II, Michael has full control over the family’s business, and he proves he is not a man to be underestimated. This is something that Senator Geary learns pretty quickly after trying to extort, then insulting Michael.

What happened to Kay Corleone in the godfather?

As Michael sinks deeper into darkness, his relationship with Kay suffers and she begins to see him as a monster. She finally reveals she had an abortion to prevent the Corleone lineage from continuing further. Michael attacks her with such fury that he seems to become the monster she feared he was.

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