What was Sollozzo deal?

What was Sollozzo deal?

Sollozzo’s plan was to pretend he was at a stalemate with the Corleones, request a cease-fire in order to get Sonny and his capos to lower their guard, so as to take the pressure off the Turk. That way, he could plan for yet a third attempt to get rid of Vito Corleone.

What did Sollozzo do in The Godfather?

Sollozzo is a narcotics smuggler and dealer. He approaches Don Vito Corleone with a proposition to make the Corleone Family partners in his heroin ring in exchange for protection from the corrupt judges and politicians that Don Corleone keeps on his payroll.

Why does Sollozzo say my compliments?

Tom uncovered a secret Sollozzo was trying to keep which led to the meeting. His compliment was a sincere sign of respect to Tom. Sollozzo is saying, as a polite remark, that he either appreciates Tom Hagen’s qualities, or approves of what Tom Hagen has done.

What is the conversation between Michael and Sollozzo?

MICHAEL: “Leave it alone.” SOLLOZZO: “What happened to your father was business. I have much respect for your father. But your father, his thinking is old-fashioned.

What happens after Michael Kills Sollozzo?

After the murder of Sollozzo and McCluskey, the New York Police Department sent out the word that there would be no more gambling, prostitution and deals of any kind until the murderer of Captain McCluskey was caught. Massive raids began all over the city and all unlawful business activities came to a standstill.

Who kills Sollozzo?

Michael
For a brief moment, everything was normal. Then Michael drew the gun and shot Sollozzo in the forehead, killing him instantly. After that he quickly killed McCluskey with a bullet to the neck and another in the forehead. His death and McCluskey´s caused the Five Families War.

Why does Sollozzo have Don Corleone shot?

Sollozzo was a young “turk” so he was impatient and wanted to become big fast. So he was willing to do anything to become a big shot. Since he felt he gave the Godfather a deal he could not refuse and when he did, he tried to whack him.

Who killed Sollozzo?

What did Sonny say to Sollozzo?

When Sonny spoke up to Sollozzo and says, “Now wait a minute. You’re telling me you can guarantee…?” The way Sonny delivered the line and his actions while doing clearly indicate that Sonny (and maybe the Corleones) are interested in the proposal, seeing as he spoke up before the Don.

What does sollozzo mean in Italian?

Here is a translation of what they say in Italian: Sollozzo: I’m sorry. Michael: Leave it alone. ( or ) Forget about it.

Why is sollozzo called the Turk?

Known as the Turk because he had a nose like a Turkish scimitar, and also listed as being very good with a knife, Sollozzo had already gained a reputation as a top narcotics man with poppy fields in Turkey and laboratories in Sicily and Marseilles.

Who killed the heads of the five families?

The heads of the other four families, led by Don Barzini, were all plotting against the Corleones. So Michael had them all killed in self-defense. (Don’t forget, the Corleones were the fifth family.)

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