According to the New York Times, Marlon Brando's voice will not be used in the upcoming Godfather game. The NWT suggest that Brando's 'fragile condition' prevented the actor from producing any recordings that could be even considered for use in the game. EA however, claim that some of his audio work may still be used.Instead of hearing the legendary actor, in his place will be a professional voice mimic, guided by Brando's voice to try imitate him as accurate as possible.
Marlon Brando's condition was purportedly so bad during the recording sessions for the game, that he needed the assistance of an oxygen tank in order to breath. It was the noise of Brando breathing through a tube to the oxygen tank that rendered the recordings unusable.
When asked for clarification, EA spokespersons said the company had "recorded multiple sessions with a sound-alike to capture the entire performance of the Don Vito character, something we were not able to do with Mr. Brando." However, they said some of the actor's voice may end up in the final game. "It's still to be determined how the development team will choose to use what was recorded with Mr. Brando," said a rep.
Brando not voicing Godfather?
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