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The Evolution of Don Michael Corleone The evolution of Michael Corleone stands out in the motion picture, The Godfather. In the beginning of the film, Michael openly states his absence in the family’s illegitimate business affairs. The end of the film reveals Michael has undergone various changes and became the head of the family, completely contradicting the impression he’d given the audience at the start of the picture. Michael, the soft spoken, youngest …

…itself around the transformation Michael undergoes through the years. It must be understood that Michael did not willingly submit to his family’s affairs. After the attempt on his father’s life and his older brother Sonny’s hot temper finally getting himself killed, Michael has no choice but to become involved. When the audience gets the feeling the Corleone family is declining, Michael is the answer to their prayers. Don Michael Corleone will prevail.