All Heavens Film and Television: Starting from Caring for the Widow of a Comrade-in-arms

The reason is that since his father, Vito, is unwilling to cooperate, and the new faction headed by Sonny is willing to cooperate, then kill the old guy and let Sonny take over... In this way, the cooperation will be successful.

But Solaso ​​didn't put himself in another place. He didn't know the character of a real Sicilian.

If Vito is really dead, Sonny will start a crazy revenge, endlessly.

"Uncle Vito, I suggest you throw the chips first."

"So, I dispatched the bravest warrior in the family. He will sneak into the Tattaglia family, obtain information, and kill Solasso and Tattaglia."

Russell frowned silently, "You asked Luca to be a spy? Uncle Vito, it seems that you are really old. I admit that Luca is a good killer, but he is definitely not a qualified spy, especially after his serious condition , he can't even speak the most basic conversation..."

Hearing this, Vito was also a little silent.

After a while, Vito said: "You are right, I am really confused. So what do you think should be done?"

"Frankly speaking, the purpose of my coming to New York was to kill Solasso and his partners, but they hid very deeply. I only found two people, and it is not clear where the rest are hiding."

Russell paused and said, "My guess is that Basini was involved. If Basini didn't retaliate against me at the end of December, then he must be one of the masterminds behind it."

Vito was stunned, "Did you suspect it at Connie's wedding?"

"Yes. At that time, I had just come to New York for two months. Apart from running a company and doing business, I devoted all my energy to investigating this matter. Uncle Vito, you should know that Solaso ​​hit Russell Corleone's Banner, transporting poppy grass in Sicily, and making sea hemp, if this matter breaks out, how can the people of Sicily trust me?"

Vito said deeply: "We shouldn't talk about this kind of thing on the phone, but find a secluded place to discuss it in detail, but we can't contact each other recently. I have a hunch that it will rain heavily in the quiet sky of New York."

"Yes."

"Okay, it's time for me to make some arrangements. How about I invite you and Marina to dinner at our house on Christmas?"

"Of course, Marlena and I will go over with presents."

After hanging up.

Russell pulls a cigar out of the drawer and lights it up, enjoying a very smooth taste with hints of cocoa, nuts and just the right amount of spice.

As smooth as his plan!

In the movie, Vito, Mike, and Sonny are all kept in the dark by Basini, and they become the feature of the movie, a montage-like suspenseful element.

And now, Russell has straightened the cards and let Vito see most of the cards.

Chapter 145 Adult exam, we have two paths

At present, the only people sitting at the poker table playing cards are Vito, Tattaglia, and Solaso. These three definitely don’t know how to play Doudizhu, so the onlookers are all waiting to join a table of Texas Hold’em.

Russell sent important news to Vito. If Vito did not win the chip in this game, then he would be passive.

But the more passive, the more it will help Russell to play.

Anyway, his goal is Solaso, as for Basini?It was just a little seasoning in a boring life. If he wasn't moldy, Russell wouldn't deal with him. If he was moldy and smelly, then it was time to deal with him.

Originally, Russell didn't want to take care of the affairs of Vito's family. Their life and death had nothing to do with Russell. Don't think that Russell's relationship with Vito's uncle was all because of his status.

If Russell wasn't the Sicilian godfather, would Vito answer him?Will Sonny invite him for a drink?Would Tom call him Mr Corleone?

Because he can see clearly, he will not make mistakes in dealing with problems, and even if he makes mistakes, he will have the opportunity to make up for them.

And Vito’s mistake was made up for by his reminder. Vito first asked Luca Brasi to stop. He thought about Russell’s reminder carefully, no matter how he thought about it, he felt that what he said was right, he really shouldn’t send a killer To be a spy, this is a tentative problem.

Besides, Luca is still a person suffering from aphasia, and communication has become a big problem.

Everyone in New York knew that Luca was Vito's cleaner, would he betray such a loyal person?

Are you kidding? !

Soon, Vito made a strategic adjustment. He asked Clemenza to recommend someone to join the Tattaglia family, and Clemenza directly proposed the "button man" Paulie Gato Introduced to Vito.

Vito asked Clemenza why he threw his driver out. Don't you know that the position of the driver is very important?

Clemenza said: "Godfather, the Tataglia family believed in it because it was important, and Paulie loved money, and he would do anything for money."

Vito frowned and remained silent, seemingly understanding what Clemenza meant.

When the forest is big, there are all kinds of birds, and when the family grows, there are also all kinds of people. There are countless people who love money and lust. If people have no hobbies, it is hard to believe.

Today, when Vito and Russell talked on the phone, they talked about this topic.

"Do you think Paulie will really join the Tataglia family?"

Russell said with a smile: "It depends on whether he still drives for you. If he is abnormal, it means betrayal."

"That's right... have you found Solasso?"

"He's like a New York sewer rat, smarter than those niggers... No news yet."

"Basini didn't move either. They seemed to have greeted them in advance and disappeared at the same time."

"I can get Basini to show up, but I need the support of the newspaper in your hand."

"What does that mean?"

"You can ask the newspaper to write an article about how Basini was beaten at the wedding scene. I believe many people are willing to read the gossip. I will provide the photos."

"...So you kept the photo for this purpose."

"Yes."

Vito said: "But doing so will make you very dangerous. Basini is a guy who is extremely good at forbearance. If the newspaper news can't anger him, the future revenge will be very crazy."

"He'll keep his mouth shut forever before he goes mad."

"Well, if he still doesn't take action, then he has more far-reaching plans... Russell, what do you think of my son Sonny?"

Russell heard the words and said with a smile: "The young eagle living under the wings, standing on the edge of the cliff, dare not spread its wings and jump down to fly."

Vito was silent, and said: "It seems that I should learn from the eagle and push the young eagle."

"But the consequences are serious, can you afford it?"

"...I am 53 years old, and the Corleone family cannot live without a future."

"So, this is an adult test."

Ridiculous?No, from a historical point of view, regardless of the dynasty in the East or the West, all the more famous people are mostly the founders of the country or the reformers.

Vito and Russell are the same kind of people. They both belong to the self-made man who built an empire in just a few years, but the age and timing that Russell experienced are different from Vito's, so he achieved career success faster and more steadily. .

The successors are relatively worse than their parents. Unless the empire is about to collapse and a new successor emerges to make changes, the kingdom will be lonely and depressed.

Sonny is big and strong, has strength and courage, but his shortcoming is that he can be irritable and easy to fall into the trap of the enemy.

Freddy has a gloomy and extreme character, lacks charisma and courage, and is timid... It is hard to believe that he is Vito's son.

Mike has served in the army and fought on the battlefield. He has a calm and charming personality.

If Vito had to make a choice, he would definitely choose Mike, because according to his plan, Mike could go to the office after graduation, and then he would be Corleone MP, mayor, governor, or even Secretary of State.

Russell is generally aware of Vito's inner thoughts, but if things develop towards him, his plan will eventually come to nothing.

Russell is also weighing whether to help, so that he can count himself in New York.

But after thinking about it, I think it is inappropriate. If Mike is allowed to participate, then there will be two Corleones in the entire United States. At that time, will the Sicilian godfather Corleone have the final say, or Senator Corleone will have the final say?

It's better to hold the handle of many honest customers, even if you play with fire and set yourself on fire, you will die well... What are you afraid of?Even if Russell wanted to die, Hoover and Clyde would not let him.

In the first two weeks, Clyde and Russell made two phone calls and seriously inquired about Russell's demands in the United States.

Russell said very bluntly: It is enough to ensure the safety of my family and me, and the agents should stay away from the Peninsula Manor.

Clyde said: Those agents are there to protect your family.

Only ghosts can believe this!

Chatted with Clyde for a few words, there was no threat in words, but every topic revealed what kind of handle Hoover had...

Transvestite?That was just an appetizer, the three gentlemen were drinking and having fun in the room, who would believe it!

Hoover never showed up, he was very annoyed at Corleone who was staring at him suddenly, he obviously wanted to kill him, but he didn't dare to do it anyway.

Once he was dead, those pictures of him would be in the papers and make headlines.

Russell used the FBI to obtain a lot of information without any effort, and he held the serious people in New York State in his hands, and he didn't dare to give a fart.

Someone heard that he was Vito's nephew, so he called Vito to ask for help.

Vito was stunned when he heard the news. He didn't expect Russell's methods to be so vicious, grabbing people seven inches away, making the opponent lose the strength to resist.

There is no lack of admiration and jealousy in my heart. If Russell and his eldest son Sonny switch their identities, then the Corleone family will be ranked in the top ten in the United States, and they will definitely be able to beat DuPont, Hunter and other new rich families!

But how could such a good thing come to him, Vito tactfully refused on the phone, explaining that Russell is the godfather of Sicily, if it is to be true, Vito will depend on his face if he wants to retire in Sicily.

The regular guests felt hopeless, so they visited in person, and Russell also received them one by one.

These people seemed to have discussed it, and they didn't get together at all. Basically, the descendants came to visit half an hour after the predecessors left.

Russell was not a stingy person either. When they left, they all carried Sicilian cigarettes, Duke Black Pearls, and brandy with the words 'Cheers to Friendship' written on them.

Even the Duke's Black Pearl was placed in the White House of the President of the United States. Truman said that the wine tasted very good. When Hoover saw the wine, he was relieved a lot.

As long as you relax your mind, there is no obstacle you cannot overcome.

Besides, Russell's mouth is very strict, and he doesn't have any malicious intentions, he just wants to make friends.

It is not tiring to get along with this group of honest customers, but the capitalist family standing behind these honest customers is really troublesome.

At present, Russell has no idea of ​​dealing with the capitalist family, because the shoe and clothing company in New York is just on the right track.

Kutchmansa costumes have officially appeared in the movie starring Johnny Fontane. The director and film company owner is very generous and turned the entire film into a 'Kutchmansa' fashion show.

The reason is that the clothes designed by Marlena are very avant-garde and fancy, and they are deeply loved by movie stars, especially those actresses who want to get ahead as soon as possible.

But this is a regular movie, Walzi can only let them wear nightdresses and stockings, and let the men wear decent suits and leather shoes...

In the end, after the film was released, it achieved very good results. The box office in the United States earned 56 US dollars, but the investment was only 20 US dollars, of which 8 US dollars were not spent.

Since Russell invested $10 in the film, Roy Cohen, who was sent as 'director', did not want to see the rest of the money go into Waltz's pocket, and suggested that he distribute the money to those involved in the film's production. .

Of course, Walz didn't dare to object, because Roy Cohen had some relationship with Hoover, so he didn't dare to pretend to be a big-tailed wolf in front of Roy, he could only behave like a man with his tail between his legs.

The movie must have made money, but Russell didn't like the small amount of money he earned. He asked Philisto to arrange another person to sit in California to be responsible for investment in movies, advertising and marketing, and other things.

The effect of this advertisement placement is very good, only in New York, the brand of "Kachmansha" has started, and many people on the street are asking where they can buy "that kind of clothes".

There is no doubt that although the United States is a very open country, it is only 1945 at this time, and many women in the new era have not yet been fully liberated.

But Kaqimansha will help them win family status and increase their business...

Soon, in just one week, two 'Cachimansa' stores opened in New York, and the opening day was extremely hot, almost crowded with people!

Philisto's subordinates have done statistics, and most of the ladies who came to buy novelty nightgowns with loopholes that day are special professionals. This thing is too popular with men on the bed, and they can earn three days of money a day wearing it!

The women's clothing sold very well, while the men's clothing was not as good, not because the style was too avant-garde, but because the price was too expensive.

You must know that there are very few people in the United States who can really afford branded clothing.

Most of them are low-quality models bought at tailors on the street, and then let the tailor cut them properly. It only costs a few tens of dollars, while Kaqimansha’s suit costs more than 100, which is equivalent to two months for ordinary people. salary.

Originally, Russell positioned the clothing brand as mid-to-high end, but without sales volume, the brand name couldn't be published at all.

So he repositioned the brand, quickly occupied the market at a common price, first made his reputation, and then launched high-end customization and luxury services.

Then, the "Cachimansa" specialty stores in Philadelphia, Washington, Boston and other cities also opened. The specialty stores in these cities are all located in department stores. There are two reasons for this: cheap rent and preferential taxation.

Time flies, and soon it will be mid-December.

On this day, Olijato and Ankos flew to New York from Sicily.

A family dinner was held that day at the Peninsula Estate, which included lawyer Roy Cohen and Felix Buccichio.

Roy is the company's chief legal counsel, and Felix is ​​an assistant, and the two cooperate very well.

Felix also became a full-time worker some time ago. He sent his friend who framed him and the two businessmen to prison, and was sentenced to six years in prison. He was charged with participating in organizing gang-related crimes, smuggling, and hiring murderers...

evidence?

Felix found several victims and arranged for them directly.What is unwarranted, this is conclusive evidence, understand? !

This style of doing things obviously learned from Philisto's experience, otherwise he would have to live in grievances all his life, and eventually he would end up with most members of the Buccio family.

Once he got the hang of it, Felix could do things much more easily.

"Godfather, what is produced in Europe is just waiting to be exported to America."

"Trading companies in the United States have been established, but there is a lack of sales channels," Philisto said.

"Felix?"