John Turturro

John Turturro

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John Turturro’s an acting legend. Lots of directors have actors they like to work with. Turturro’s a favorite of both Spike Lee and the Coen Brothers. Starting from “Do The Right Thing,” he’s appeared in nine of Spike’s films, four from the Coens. He can play tough. Devious. Vulnerable. Brooding. Weird. He’s never not himself, but no two roles are ever the same. He talks with Jesse about his latest film, “Gloria Bell.” It’s directed by the Chilean filmmaker Sebastian Lelio, kind of an English language remake of his breakthrough 2013 film “Gloria.” It’s a story about relationship from two people in late middle age. Its messy, nuanced, and the performances from both Turturro and Moore… just keep you transfixed.