The first location chosen for the Godfather was the medieval village of Savoca. Located in Eastern Sicily, Savoca is a picturesque village with a unique history. The village was once a stronghold of the Mafia, and it is the site of the famous Corleone wedding. The second location chosen for the Godfather was the village of Forza D’Agro. Located in the heart of Sicily, Forza D’Agro is a small, picturesque village that has been featured in several films. It is the site of the famous horse head scene, as well as other iconic scenes from the Godfather. The third location chosen for the Godfather was the town of Motta Camastra. Located in the foothills of Mount Etna, Motta Camastra is a small town with a unique history. It is the site of the famous Don Corleone funeral scene. The fourth location chosen for the Godfather was the Castle of the Slaves. Located in Western Sicily, the castle is an imposing structure that has been featured in several films. It is the site of the famous scene where Don Corleone refuses to sell his olive oil. The fifth location chosen for the Godfather was the Massimo theater in Palermo. Located in the city center, the theater is a beautiful structure that has been featured in several films. It is the site of the famous assassination scene. Villa Malfitano would be another location for celebration scenes for the saga. Palermo would have two influential scenes from the film shot here as well for Godfather III.
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