“How long do you think it'll be before I came back?” – Michael, The Godfather ... Movie Quotes Database

Michael

How long do you think it'll be before I came back?

Sonny

At least a year, Mike. Listen, um, I'll square it with Mom, uh, you know, you're not seeing her before you leave; and uh, I'll get a message to that girlfriend, when I think the time is right.

Sonny

[Sonny and Michael hug]

Take care, huh?

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