#28: Scorsese’s Embrace of Improvisational Creativity
As a co-writer and director, Martin Scorsese embraced improvisation during the rehearsals for Goodfellas, giving actors the freedom to ad-lib their lines. This creative approach created the iconic “Funny how?” scene, where Joe Pesci’s character, Tommy DeVito, engages in a tense and memorable exchange.
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The spontaneous nature of this scene captures the essence of Scorsese’s filmmaking style, highlighting the unexpected magic that can arise when actors are given the flexibility to explore their characters and interactions in the moment.