Sometimes, even someone as awesome as Nicolas Cage can't land a role in The Godfather: Part III. Though it's probably better that he didn't, and not in the way that you'd think.
Paramount Pictures has announced that a new edit and restoration of The Godfather: Part III will be given a limited theatrical release this December.
In the grand scheme of movie sequels, quite possibly the largest gap in quality between entries is the absolute chasm between the first two Godfather films and The Godfather: Part III. Apparently, director Francis Ford Coppola agrees! Paramount just announced that the film is set to receive a full restoration, substantial re-edit, and a theatrical run overseen by Coppola. Just when I think I'm out, etc etc. The update will come with a new title, as well, to reflect the original vision of co-writer Mario Puzo and his director: Mario Puzo's The Godfather, Coda: The Death …