Giancarlo Esposito and John Turturro really hated each other on Do The Right Thing set
While Giancarlo Esposito and John Turturro "hated each other" during Do The Right Thing , they're are all good now, says Esposito.
On the set of Do The Right Thing, stars Giancarlo Esposito and John Turturro reportedly had a tense relationship, according to Esposito in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. The Breaking Bad actor stated he "hated him on Do the Right Thing" and likely reciprocated, laughing at his own statement. Esposito, who plays Buggin' Out, an activist who pushes Italian pizza shop owner Sal to display Black celebrities' photos on his wall, explained that intense scenes with Turturro, who plays Pino, Aiello's son, reflected their personal animosity.
The two New York natives, however, have since developed a stronger bond. During their new film, Pickpocket, the actors experienced an unexpected emotional moment while rehearsing a scene together. Turturro, playing Warren, a detective, stopped during a take to acknowledge Esposito, who plays Warren's uncle and father figure, saying, "You're my uncle.
You're my father. You're my family." This moment, which brought Esposito to tears, highlighted the actors' shared Italian heritage and intrinsic connection. Esposito noted that working with present, committed actors can foster a strong partnership, as both parties can see and understand each other better. This connection arose from their shared history, having previously collaborated in Spike Lee's Jungle Fever in 1991.
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