Originally Posted By: Turnbull
When Roth told Michael that he could move Klingman out of the Tropigala, and become heir-apparent to Roth's Havana empire, I'm betting Michael let his distrust of Roth slip in favor of believing that the old man was just getting older, more tired, ready to step aside. Besides, Roth had no organization--just Johnny Ola.
As soon as the smoke cleared after the Tahoe shooting, Michael knew it was Roth. But before that, I fear to say, he was slippin'.


I know Roth gave Michael the ok to move Klingman out, but I don't recall any mention of his being the heir apparent until Roth's announcement in Havana. As it was Michael had to contribute 2 million to the enterprise, so if 2 million is "just finance," te salute' Michael.

As for who was "slippin'" I'd say it was the guy who almost didnt notice the drapes were open in time to hit the floor. BTW notice how he moves across the floor under fire...shows what good military training he had.... he didnt win the Navy Cross for nothing.

"Io sono stanco, sono imbigliato, and I wan't everyone here to know, there ain't gonna be no trouble from me..Don Corleone..Cicc' a port!"

"I stood in the courtroom like a fool."

"I am Constanza: Lord of the idiots."