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John Turturro says he’s in a “fruitful time” with new Apple TV series and film
The veteran actor describes his current projects and reflects on his New York upbringing.
By Felo News Desk · Published
John Turturro told CBS News on Oct. 18 that he feels he is at a "very fruitful time" in his career, citing his work on Apple TV’s "Severance" and a new crime thriller, "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York."
What happened
The interview, conducted in Turturro’s Brooklyn neighborhood, highlighted his recent roles. He appears in the third season of the Apple TV series "Severance," which he describes as one of his best recent performances. He also stars as the lead in "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York," a film in which he plays a thief navigating a rapidly changing world.
What the reports add
CBS News notes that the film’s trailer is available on YouTube via Sony Pictures Classics. The outlet also points out that Turturro’s career spans 46 years, with notable collaborations with Spike Lee, the Coen brothers, and other directors. The piece mentions his early life in Hollis, Queens, where his working‑class parents exposed him to classic TV shows like "The Honeymooners," shaping his early appreciation for performance.
What was said
When asked about the new film, Turturro said, "Within this tense sort of crime thriller, there's all this humanity and, like, tenderness. There's like this love story, and there's this guy who basically the world has changed around him. He's obsolete in some ways. So, how does someone like that survive in such a fast‑changing world? I found it very evocative and moving." He also responded modestly to being called a great character actor, saying, "Oh wow, I'll take that compliment. I'm not sure of it!"
How it came about
Turturro’s recent visibility follows his Golden Eye award at the Zurich Film Festival in September, where he discussed his Oscar‑nominated role in "The Only Living Pickpocket" and his return to "Severance" Season 3. Earlier coverage by Felo News linked his career milestones to his ongoing collaborations with high‑profile directors and his reputation as a versatile character actor.
Key facts
- John Turturro is starring in Apple TV's "Severance" Season 3. (cbsnews.com)
- He leads the crime thriller "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York". (cbsnews.com)
- Turturro described his current period as a "very fruitful time". (cbsnews.com)
- He grew up in Hollis, Queens, in a working‑class family. (cbsnews.com)
- The film’s trailer is posted on YouTube by Sony Pictures Classics. (cbsnews.com)
Sources
- [1] cbsnews.com — originally reported as “Natural-born actor John Turturro: "I'm at a very fruitful time"”
