Michael Corleone

Michael Corleone’s character development in "The Godfather" is a journey from reluctant outsider to ruthless Mafia boss, highlighting the corrupting power of loyalty and ambition. 1. "The Outsider" - At first, Michael is separate from his family's criminal life, an idealistic war hero who wants a legitimate future away from the Mafia. 2. "Descent into the Family Business" - When his father, Vito, is attacked, Michael steps in to protect the family. He kills those threatening his father, setting him on a dark path he once avoided. 3. "Transformation into Don" - After Vito’s death, Michael fully assumes control. He becomes a powerful, calculating leader, making ruthless decisions to protect the family—even at the cost of his own morality and relationships. 4. "Isolation and Tragedy" - By the end, Michael is feared but isolated, having sacrificed love and family for power, showing the tragic cost of his choices. Michael’s journey reflects how power and loyalty to family lead him from innocence to ruthless authority, ultimately isolating him in the end.

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