There's no denying the pop culture impact of The Godfather - starting with all those quotable lines:
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and released 45 years ago Friday, it stormed the box office, winning the Best Picture Oscar with a powerhouse cast including James Caan, John Cazale and Marlon Brando:
He won an Oscar for Best Actor thanks to his iconic portrayal of Don Vito Corleone. The Godfather also made Al Pacino a household name.