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Gordon Willis: A large signed b/w photograph of the American actor Al Pacino (b. 1940) in his role as Michael Corleone in “The Godfather Part II” from 1974. Photo size 35.5×28 cm. Frame size 43×33 cm.

In this scene, one of the most iconic in the Godfather trilogy, Michael Corleone is rising to the occasion and kills the corrupt police officer McCluskey as well as the gangster Solozzo. The scene takes place in the imaginary “Louie's Restaurant” at White Plains Road in the New York neighborhood Bronx.

In 1966, after several attempts, Al Pacino managed to get into The Actors' Studio, where he - among others - was taught by Lee Israel Strasberg (1901–1982), whom he later was to face in “The Godfather”. Here Strasberg plays the gangster Hyman Roth, a character built on real life Meyer Lansky (1902–1983).

Condition

No remarks. This is an original b/w photograph with the authentic signature of the American actor Al Pacino. Certificate of authenticity from BAS (Beckett Authentication Services) included. BAS is one of the most reputable authorities in the world within the field of valuation and authentication of signatures.

Auction

Art, antiques & collector's items, 17 September 2020

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2,000–3,000 DKK

Price realised

Not sold

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