The Godfather • Main Theme • Nino Rota

[ "In 'The Godfather,' Michael Corleone tells Kay Adams that respected politicians, like those he is now dealing with, are not above murder, implying that he is willing to use any means necessary to achieve his goals and maintain power. Here's a more detailed breakdown of the scene and its significance: Context: Michael, now a powerful figure in the criminal underworld, is trying to legitimize his family's business and establish a new order. He is dealing with powerful figures, including politicians, who are not necessarily above using violence to achieve their objectives. The Conversation: Kay, who represents a more traditional, 'respectable' world, is shocked by Michael's actions and questions his methods. She asks why he is involved in such activities, and Michael responds by saying that "Senators and presidents don't have men killed". Michael's Response: Michael counters Kay's naivete, stating that 'who's being naïve, Kay?' He is implying that Kay is naive to think that those in positions of power, including politicians, are incapable of such actions. Significance: This scene highlights the moral corruption that Michael has embraced in his rise to power. It also shows the clash between his world and Kay's, where the rules of morality are different. "]