Michael Imperioli became widely known to the public through his character Christopher Moltisanti in The Sopranos. The character has become a fan favorite, and some fans see him as a likeable character in The Sopranos. However, Imperioli was already an established film actor at the time. The Sopranos came around.
Imperioli has starred in dozens of films throughout his career. Some roles mirror that of Moltisanti, such as his role in Freedmen. Others take the actor to different worlds like Houses. Fans have taken to IMDb to assess his best works.
Clocks — 6.9
Spike Lee presents a detective film with Watchmakers. It follows the story of a murder investigation. When low-level drug dealers are involved in a shootout, local detectives step in and try to unpack the case and everyone involved.
Michael Imperioli has a supporting role as Detective Joey “Jojo” Thompson. Movie critics might say Watchmakers is not one of Spike Lee’s best films. However, fans might say the movie is well-received thanks to an intriguing story and spirited performances.
Dead Presidents — 6.9
dead presidents presents a detective thriller. It follows Anthony Curtis, a Bronx native who joins the military and fights in the Vietnam War. When he returns home, he finds himself entangled in a life of crime that culminates in the theft of an armored truck.
Michael Imperioli has a small role in dead presidents. He plays D’Ambrosio. He most often appears in sequences featuring the Vietnam War. Fans of the movie might say it’s a memorable work from the directors, the Hughes Brothers.
Bad Boys – 6.9
Bad Boys is one of Martin Lawrence’s highest rated films. He stars as Detective Sergeant Marcus Miles Burnett alongside Will Smith as Detective Sergeant Michael Eugene “Mike” Lowrey. Burnett and Lowrey are Miami cops who take down the bad guys in the hit buddy action comedy.
Michael Imperioli plays a mechanic named Joe, aka “Jo-Jo”. He appears when Burnett and Lowrey question his past in the drug business during their investigation. Fans of the movie might say its sequels and cult following speak for themselves, and Michael Imperioli’s scenes are funny and memorable.
Tree fair — 7.1
Tree fair is a mid-90s comedy-drama. It features a dark comedy in the story of Tommy Basilio. Tommy is an alcoholic who faces a series of setbacks. The story is set after the death of Tommy’s Uncle Al, and the events of the film revolve around Tommy’s local haunt, the Trees Lounge.
Michael Imperioli plays George. This is one of his smaller supporting roles. fans of Tree fair you could say it’s painfully realistic and showcases Steve Buschemi’s talent in his first directed feature.
One night in Miami… — 7.1
Regina King makes her directorial debut with One night in Miami… The film features a fictional encounter between notable characters from the story. Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Sam Cooke and Jim Brown meet in the film, which is set in the mid-1960s.
Michael Imperioli plays Angelo Dundee, one of Muhammad Ali’s real boxing trainers. Fans of the movie might say it’s both creative and meaningful. Others might say it takes a closer look at some of the most important figures in US history of the time.
Houses — 7.3
Houses is a 2015 drama. It features the story of a director trying to produce a play. Several notable actors appear in the film, including Steve Schirripa and John Ventimiglia, with whom Michael Imperioli works in The Sopranos.
fans of Houses could say it brings some of The Sopranos‘ the most charismatic actors gathered in an extremely different setting. Others might say Imperioli delivers a spirited performance in the drama.
The Basketball Diaries – 7.3
basketball diaries is not one of Leonardo DiCaprio’s highest rated films. However, he gives a memorable performance as star Jim Carroll. The story follows Jim as he tackles the challenges of high school academics and sports while battling drug addiction.
Michael Imperioli plays Bobby. Fans of the movie might say it has a cult following. Others may say it spotlights famous actors at a young age, laying the foundation for the careers of artists like Mark Wahlberg and Leonardo Dicaprio.
Lean on Me — 7.4
lean on me presents a true story. It follows the story of Joe Louis Clark. Clark is a high school principal in Paterson, New Jersey. The school has fallen on hard times due to crime and violence. Clark tries to steer the school away from the direction it is headed.
Morgan Freeman stars as Joe Louis Clark. Mike Imperioli has a smaller role as George. George is one of the troubled students at Eastside High School. This is one of his first film roles.
Malcom X—7.7
Spike Lee presents a historical drama and a biopic with Malcolm X. The story follows the famous civil rights leader from his early days to his tragic demise. The script is largely taken from that of Alex Haley The Autobiography of Malcolm X.
Michael Imperioli plays a journalist in the film. After X’s house is burned down, Imperioi interviews him as a reporter. Fans of the movie might say Malcolm XThe legacy speaks for itself. Imperioli’s role is one of many collaborations with Spike Lee.
Freedmen — 8.7
Martin Scorsese presents one of his most famous films with Freedmen. It follows the true story of mobster Henry Hill and his rise and fall through his work with the mob in New York City. It has received numerous accolades, from its direction and screenplay to soundtrack and performance.
Michael Imperioli plays Spider in a small but iconic role. He is the errand boy for some of the mobsters Henry associates with. Fans of the film might say that his sequences bring out the horror of some of the film’s characters, and that Imperioli’s performance foreshadows his impressive abilities that grow over his career.
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