Al Pacino Reflects on Career in Memoir

In his new memoir 'Sonny Boy', Al Pacino reveals his long-standing discomfort with watching himself on screen, admitting he left the premiere of 'The Godfather' early and only watched it in full 50 years later. He reflects on his conflicting feelings about fame, stating that he became 'way more famous now than I ever was' after collaborating with high-profile filmmakers and actors in recent films like 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' and 'The Irishman'. Pacino explains that he accepted roles in these projects not for financial gain but for the opportunity to work with renowned talents like Quentin Tarantino and Leonardo DiCaprio. He humorously notes that a 21-page scene he filmed was cut down to just two minutes in the final edit, yet he holds no ill will towards Tarantino. Additionally, Pacino candidly discusses his eccentricities and his reputation in Hollywood, acknowledging that while he may be perceived as difficult, he attributes his success to luck and his iconic role in 'The Godfather'. Overall, the memoir provides an introspective look at his career and personal growth over the decades.