Originally Posted By: 45ACP
Why does Clemenza and Sonny keep reminding Michael to "drop the gun" right away after he whacks Sollozzo and the police captain? What's so important about dropping the gun right away?


Because if anyone catches you with the gun on you, you're screwed. Leave it there you can't be linked to the crime.

-In my HOME!!! In my BEDROOM WHERE MY WIFE SLEEPS!! Where my children come and play with their toys. In my home.

-My father taught me many things here -- he taught me in this room. He taught me -- keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.