Symbolism is being used numerous times in "The Godfather." One example is the door. Door has been used various time in "The Godfather" so we can get an idea that the director did it in purpose to help audience's understanding on many things.
Door has been used as a transition between the life of mafia and the life of normal person. All the clandestine meeting or dreadful incidents were happened inside, but somethings that are pleasant and delightful had occurred outside. For example, horrendous scenes of Luca Brasi getting stabbed in the hand and discovering dead horse's head were all happened indoor, but delightful scenes, such as a wedding for Vito Corleone's son was held outdoor. The events that held inside were all related to business of mafia, but conversely, outdoor events weren't.
Door represents many other things, but I think the transition between the life of mafia and the life of normal person is the main theme. The other meanings would probably appear as the movie continues and I'm looking forward to see them.
I agree with your idea of the motif of the door, throughout the movie we have seen shots through doors and my idea of the door is a barrier. When it is outside then it is more joyous and civilized, but when it is inside then it is time to get down to business or the life of a normal person. I agree with what you said about the door being a transition from the mafia life to the life of a normal person. One good example is when Luca Brasi was trying to make a deal but he failed to make a deal and then when they were at the wedding party everything was joyous and happy. In conclusion i think that the door is a transition from the mafia life and nice and civilized life.
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