Daily Archives: December 12, 2014

‘The Godfather Part II’ premieres in New York City 40 years ago today (Dec 12 1974)


Video: 'The Godfather Part II' trailer

(Thursday, December 12, 1974)The Godfather Part II, a crime epic film that follows the Corleone family as they move to Nevada and make the casino business their major income source, premiered today in New York City.

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, the film starred Al Pacino, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro, Talia Shire, Morgana King, John Cazale, Marianna Hill and Lee Strasberg.

‘The Beatles’ Story’ documentary album debuts at #97 in USA 50 years ago today (Dec 12 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles - "The Beatles' Story" (U.S. Stereo LP - Capitol) [Full Album]'

(Monday, December 12, 1964)The Beatles’ Story, a documentary double album featuring interviews, press conferences, and song snippets with voice-overs documenting the band’s history, debuted at #97 on today’s Billboard 200 album chart. It was the group’s 10th appearance on the chart since Feb. 1, 1964. Continue reading ‘The Beatles’ Story’ documentary album debuts at #97 in USA 50 years ago today (Dec 12 1964)