Actor John Turturro is starring in “The Only Living Pickpocket in New York,” a rare lead role he frames as a major responsibility for carrying the film. Coverage highlights that the project centers on a crime-drama character and positions Turturro as a longtime screen presence moving into a starring capacity.
Several outlets emphasize Turturro’s background and experience. CBS News profiles him as a character actor with memorable appearances across more than 100 films and TV shows, noting the film’s charm and emotional tone, and describing his discussions about how he approaches roles and measures success. The Independent adds personal context, stating he grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988.
Other write-ups present the framing through how Turturro has built a library of “New York” characters over time. The Winnipeg Free Press and CBS pieces both treat the film as a capstone or highlight in a run of character-driven work, while The New York Times focuses on the weight of starring for the first time in years.
