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.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lillo Brancato reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Lillo Brancato's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lillo Brancato remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Abel Ferrara: Not Guilty, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lillo Brancato Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lillo Brancato's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lillo Brancato.
| 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 → |
| 2017 | 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".