
Lillo Brancato
ActingAbout Lillo Brancato
Lillo Brancato, Jr. (born March 30, 1976) is a Colombian-born American actor, known for his performance as Calogero 'C' Anello in Robert De Niro's 1993 directorial debut, A Bronx Tale. He's also known for his role as radio operator Russell Vossler in Crimson Tide (1995), and as Benitez in Renaissance Man (1994). He also portrayed Matthew Bevilaqua, a young mobster on The Sopranos. In December 2005, Brancato was charged with second-degree murder for his role in a burglary in the Bronx, New York. Authorities say that an off-duty police officer, Daniel Enchautegui, confronted two burglars and was killed in a shootout. Brancato was subsequently acquitted of murder, but he was convicted of first-degree attempted burglary and was sentenced to 10 years in prison. Co-defendant Steven Armento was convicted of firing the fatal shot. On December 31, 2013, he was released on parole. He has continued to appear in movies.
Lillo Brancato Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lillo Brancato reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lillo Brancato's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Lillo Brancato's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Abel Ferrara: Not Guilty, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lillo Brancato Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lillo Brancato's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lillo Brancato has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Swing & A Miss! | Stanley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | I'm on Fire | Sal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Made in Mexico | Ochoa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | 5th Borough | Sonny Finici | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Wasted Talent | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | King of Newark 2 | Bruno | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dead on Arrival | Zanca | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Vamp Bikers Tres | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Back in the Day | Nicky (as Lillo Brancato Jr.) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Saturday Morning | Alan Delucci | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Real Sopranos | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Searching for Bobby D | Bobby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Slingshot | DJ | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Downtown: A Street Tale | Lenny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Abel Ferrara: Not Guilty | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Real Deal | Samy Saxo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Adventures of Pluto Nash | Larry | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | 'R Xmas | Husband | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | In the Shadows | Jimmy Pierazzi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mambo Café | Wheasel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Table One | Johnnie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Blue Moon | Pete | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Florentine | Pretty | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Enemy of the State | Young Worker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Provocateur | Chris Finn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sticks | Lenny Prince | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Firehouse | Gaetano Luvullo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Crimson Tide | Petty Officer Third Class Russell Vossler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Renaissance Man | Soldat Donnie Benitez | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Bronx Tale | Calogero 'C' Anello (Age 17) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Lillo Brancato - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lillo Brancato?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lillo Brancato is "Abel Ferrara: Not Guilty" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Lillo Brancato acted in?
Lillo Brancato has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lillo Brancato?
Other notable films include "A Bronx Tale", "Crimson Tide", and "Enemy of the State".




