Unmasking the Legend: Dive Deep into the World of Tommy from GoodFellas
Tommy is a volatile force of chaos in Goodfellas; his charm hides a hair-trigger rage. A lethal mix of humor and menace, he embodies the dangers of loyalty in the mob, where a laugh can swiftly turn to violence. A true wild card.
Tommy (GoodFellas) Trivia
What is the nickname of the character played by Joe Pesci in GoodFellas? (Easy)
#1: Jimmy
#2: Tommy
#3: Henry
#4: Paulie
What infamous act does Tommy DeVito commit during the bar scene in GoodFellas? (Expert)
#1: He throws a drink in a man's face
#2: He shoots a waiter
#3: He stabs a man
#4: He kills a police officer
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Tommy (GoodFellas) Fun Facts
Joe Pesci, who played Tommy DeVito in Goodfellas, improvised the line What do you mean I'm funny? during the iconic scene, which was not originally in the script.
The character of Tommy DeVito was based on the real-life mobster Thomas DeSimone, who was known for his violent temper and was involved in organized crime activities.
Tommy (GoodFellas) Polls
What is your favorite scene featuring Tommy in GoodFellas?
The Copacabana entrance
The "Funny how?" scene
The restaurant scene with Morrie
The final showdown
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What is your favorite quote from Tommy in GoodFellas?
"Funny how?"
"I’m funny like a clown?"
"You think I’m a clown?"
"I’ll show you funny!"
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