Originally posted by Sicilian Babe:
I think Sonny was mostly bluster, and he wasn't nearly as cold-hearted as Michael. I think that he lacked the ruthlessness necessary to carry out a hit on his brother.
I dont think Sonny would have killed Fredo and I know he wasnt as cold hearted but I would say he was just as ruthless. The book makes it clearly and theres a scene in the film when Hagen asks Sonny "Are you enjoying the reputation your getting?"
