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Gianni Russo

Gianni Russo

Biography

With a singularly nebulous background, which, by his account, included stints as a Las Vegas nightclub emcee, radio personality, and jewelry tycoon, and comparatively little acting experience, Gianni Russo won the role of Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather (1972) on the basis of his screen test. Since then, Russo has remained busy as an actor, mostly playing assorted "wiseguys" and Mafia types. He was appeared again with Marlon Brando in a small role in The Freshman (1990) in which Brando parodied his Don Corleone role to good effect. IMDb Mini Biography By: Bob Sorrentino

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I’m gonna make him an offer he can’t refuse." This single line encapsulates the chilling power and intricate world of "The Godfather.

on The Godfather | May 29, 2025

Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather isn’t just a gangster film; it’s an epic saga of family, power, tradition, and the corrupting influence of the American Dream. From the opulent wedding at the film... Read more

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