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| “ | Sonofabitch! Do you know who I am? I'm Moe Greene! I made my bones when you were going out with cheerleaders! | „ |
| ~ Moe Greene |
Moe Greene is a supporting antagonist from the film and novel The Godfather. He was a mobster who built and ran some Las Vegas based casinos.
He was portrayed by the late Alex Rocco, who also voiced Carmine Falcone in Batman: Year One and Big Sal in Fallout: New Vegas.
History[]
At a young age, Greene became associated with Hyman Roth. Greene found a small town called Las Vegas in the Nevada desert that he developed into the center of a gambling empire.
Sonny Corleone sent his brother Fredo to Las Vegas to learn the casino business from Greene. Fredo soon became more interested in womanizing than following Greene's orders; the business suffered because Fredo was "banging cocktail waitresses two at a time", to the point that no one could get a drink. Greene lost his temper with Fredo and slapped him around in public.
When Michael Corleone took over the Corleone Family from his father Vito, he decided to move the family to Las Vegas and to buy Greene out. Greene was not happy with this, and refused. When Fredo attempted to defend Greene, Michael coldly told him to never take sides against the family again.
Moe meets his end
After Vito Corleone died, Michael arranged to have Greene killed. He sent one of his assassins to one of Greene's casinos, where Greene was getting a massage; the assassin shot him through the eye.
Trivia[]
- In the novel Moe Greene was killed by Al Neri, who "made his bones" by carrying out this hit. Neri then killed Emilio Barzini upon his return from Vegas. In the movie it was an anonymous gunman who killed Greene, with Neri killing Barzini while disguised as a police officer.
- Greene was based on the real life gangster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel.
- The term "Moe Greene Special" (executing a victim by shooting them through the eye) is named after him.
Frequently Asked Questions[]
In The Godfather, why did Michael think he had a right to force Moe Greene to sell the casino?
In "The Godfather," Michael Corleone believes he has the right to force Moe Greene to sell the casino due to several interconnected reasons:
- Family Loyalty and Control: Michael is committed to consolidating the Corleone family's power and influence. After the assassination attempt on his father, Vito Corleone, Michael views the takeover of the Las Vegas casino as essential for the family's survival and expansion.
- Moe Greene’s Disrespect: Michael feels that Moe Greene has disrespected the Corleone family. Greene's attitude and his previous dealings with the family, including his failure to recognize the Corleones' authority, contribute to Michael's decision to assert control.
- Strategic Business Move: Michael sees the casino as a crucial asset for the family’s legitimate and illegitimate business interests. By forcing Greene out, he aims to establish a stronger foothold in Las Vegas, which is vital for the family’s future operations.
- The Shift in Power Dynamics: Michael's character evolves throughout the film. Initially reluctant to engage in the family business, he gradually embraces his role as a leader. By the time he confronts Greene, he has adopted a more ruthless approach, reflecting the broader themes of power and ambition in the film.
Ultimately, Michael's decision to force Moe Greene to sell the casino is a culmination of familial duty, personal ambition, and a desire to assert the Corleone family's dominance in the criminal underworld.
External links[]
- Moe Greene on Wikipedia
- Moe Greene on The Godfather Wiki
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