Chazz Palminteri On How "A Bronx Tale" Was Made

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  • Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
  • Chazz Palminteri, writer and star of the 1993 classic "A Bronx Tale", sat down with Brandon Steiner to talk about how he got the film made.

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  • @huhhah6757
    @huhhah6757 5 лет назад +384

    The bronx tale wouldn't be the same without sonny as sonny

  • @jlc7300
    @jlc7300 6 лет назад +368

    He was the best guy to play Sonny!

    • @katb2101
      @katb2101 4 года назад +13

      Yes he was he was awesome perfect man for the perfect part ☺😜

    • @Don_Salieri1899
      @Don_Salieri1899 4 года назад +10

      Couldn't imagine anyone else playing him

    • @jumanaalomary7895
      @jumanaalomary7895 4 года назад +1

      Exactly

    • @jayramos4069
      @jayramos4069 4 года назад +6

      Who else would play his mentor better than him

    • @kevinfox416
      @kevinfox416 3 года назад +1

      True but what he did to lillo brancato was F’d up hope u see this chazzz I been writing it everywhere

  • @jackgrimaldi8685
    @jackgrimaldi8685 5 лет назад +441

    "Now yous can't leave" - Chazz to film executives.

    • @darkstar1650
      @darkstar1650 5 лет назад

      "Yous" that's not a word!

    • @ThePr0spect
      @ThePr0spect 5 лет назад +12

      @@darkstar1650 in New York it is

    • @Mimi89_7
      @Mimi89_7 4 года назад +1

      Lol I love that

    • @nagihangot6133
      @nagihangot6133 4 года назад +1

      YOU MADE ME SCREAM IN LAUGHTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
      Did you know Sammy the Bull was on crutches going around New York to find and kill the leader of the bikers?

    • @SonnyGTA
      @SonnyGTA 3 года назад +1

      Hahahahahha

  • @angelacarleton9575
    @angelacarleton9575 5 лет назад +148

    I'm so glad DeNiro came to see Chazz and gave him the deal he wanted! Now that's an honest man DeNiro knows how to treat people! Love him!

    • @blackwaltz3135
      @blackwaltz3135 3 года назад +4

      @@toosweet6046 Should change your name to too Salty lol

    • @Asshole88
      @Asshole88 3 года назад

      @@toosweet6046 wow you're so scary.

    • @blackwaltz3135
      @blackwaltz3135 3 года назад +2

      @@toosweet6046 haha you're an insignificant speck I forgot you even commented lol

  • @Protoman85
    @Protoman85 5 лет назад +192

    Hard to think that was one of Chazz's early movies, he plays the role like he's a star

    • @vinceparlante3723
      @vinceparlante3723 4 года назад +2

      He is a star . Are you stunad ? Chazz and DeNiro were absolutely fantastic in that movie based on Chazz's life. I remember those old city buses in the city then and ? The funky colored Police cars the cops drove around in back then Marone.

  • @Dana-wq5tp
    @Dana-wq5tp 3 года назад +79

    Chazz mentioned "Rocky" in the beginning of the interview and ironically, his story is very similar to Sly Stallone's. Stallone turned down $360,000 to sell the rights of his screenplay because he wanted to play the role of Rocky. Ultimately, he won out too and the rest is history.

    • @arkle519
      @arkle519 3 года назад +7

      Makes me think how many potential movies there must be out there that don't get made because of turndowns like this.

    • @fredofromchicago777
      @fredofromchicago777 2 года назад +1

      Stallone holding out was the inspiration for Aflfeck and Damon holding out with Good Will Hunting.

  • @francescogallego
    @francescogallego 3 года назад +16

    Thank god Chazz didnt give in. He knew his talent and what it was worth. The film was beautifully directed. It is a Masterpiece

  • @saleswcparts7107
    @saleswcparts7107 5 лет назад +51

    I can't see anyone else playing Sonny. Classic performance!

  • @wayneblanchard4347
    @wayneblanchard4347 5 лет назад +58

    $200 in the bank? Truly an inspirational example of integrity. Thank you for sharing. The Dad's business card....what a moment.

  • @capoislamort100
    @capoislamort100 6 лет назад +72

    Chazz is the Man!

  • @fredericopinto2943
    @fredericopinto2943 5 лет назад +67

    How not to sell your soul 101

  • @FrankPCarpi
    @FrankPCarpi Год назад +1

    This was the neighborhood into which I was born. This movie is one of my all time favorites because it brings back memories of when so much of my family were still alive. I wish that I knew then what I know now! Rest in peace all of my family and friends who came up together in the Belmont District of the Bronx. We're still a special breed of people.

  • @JesusRodriguez-sh3pj
    @JesusRodriguez-sh3pj 4 года назад +19

    One of the greatest films of all time.

    • @nicklubrino2606
      @nicklubrino2606 2 года назад

      “A Bronx Tale” is one of the greatest movies of all time, and it’s a shame that it only did $17 million at the box office. Similarly, “Shawshank Redemption” is one of the greatest movies of all, and it was a flop at the box office.

  • @drumsteriogaming5570
    @drumsteriogaming5570 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for becoming that sonny. It was perfect and it’s one of my favorite movies. Not only that, but only you knew who sonny was and you wanted to be like him. That’s amazing.

  • @jaynaarsenault2863
    @jaynaarsenault2863 5 лет назад +7

    Bronx Tale still is classic to this day n always will b

  • @moussetache1815
    @moussetache1815 5 лет назад +43

    The balls on this man!!! Much respect.

  • @MGlyfe
    @MGlyfe 3 года назад +3

    That’s a fantastic story. Very very great!!

  • @evakoyanagi1812
    @evakoyanagi1812 4 года назад +10

    I absolutely love bronx tale, its one of my fav films of all times, he wrote it he stared in it, fantastic writer, fantastic actor🙏♥️😊

  • @francisco4benites
    @francisco4benites 6 лет назад +84

    its crazy it was just a play and turned into one of the greatest movies of all time

    • @T4Tracy2
      @T4Tracy2 6 лет назад +3

      francisco4ben hello, it was based on Chazz’ls Life And true story from his life growing up, He was playing Sony and was his life story as a child!which Denaro directs with him!!! But in real life he was, Cee

    • @angelacarleton9575
      @angelacarleton9575 5 лет назад +3

      I loved this movie because it showed the truth of "the working man" that are the heroes not the thugs!

    • @PaoloReaper
      @PaoloReaper 5 лет назад +2

      "Just" a play? It is a phenomenal movie and I love it, but let's respect theater some more, please.

    • @tumadoireacht
      @tumadoireacht 4 года назад +3

      What a travesty that it only made 17 million dollars. When CGI crash bang garbage makes hundreds of millions.

    • @fredofromchicago777
      @fredofromchicago777 2 года назад

      Similar background as My Big Fat Greek Wedding was a one woman play by Nia Vardalos. Was seen by Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson who eventually produced it.Despite it and being an independent film with a $5 million budget, it ultimately grossed over $368.7 million worldwide.

  • @omarsufi4332
    @omarsufi4332 3 года назад +2

    So much love ❤️ for sunny the Legend

  • @betowski3307
    @betowski3307 6 лет назад +33

    The Man!!! Thanks for such a beautiful movie Chazz.

  • @trooprm317
    @trooprm317 4 года назад +7

    Such a humble guy!

  • @raylopez7622
    @raylopez7622 3 года назад +4

    It’s so great to hear that story I love this movie watch it all the time DVD collection with the greatest movies of all time it will live forever

  • @axiomist1076
    @axiomist1076 4 года назад +4

    That is one of my most favorite movies. I have it and Ive seen it many times. This man IS Sonny.

  • @donnakowalski2622
    @donnakowalski2622 5 лет назад +17

    Chazz your awesome 😀
    Thank you for the greatest movie
    A Bronx Tale...
    Love ya...

  • @drewyStyla
    @drewyStyla 2 года назад +1

    You did it Chazz.
    Without you there wouldn't be A Bronx Tale. One of the Great Ones.

  • @charrmmee
    @charrmmee 5 лет назад +19

    CLASSIC masterpiece!

  • @bvszs7371
    @bvszs7371 3 года назад +7

    Man with balls,there is no Hollywood actors today like this

  • @casualpreparedness2347
    @casualpreparedness2347 6 лет назад +27

    Chazz Palminteri, A Class Act. 😎

  • @carrielittlelight8057
    @carrielittlelight8057 5 лет назад +11

    his movie is one of my favorite movies!!! :) 💜

  • @soilsurvivor
    @soilsurvivor 4 года назад +7

    I saw the movie maybe 15 or 16 years ago and LOVED it.
    Then, I had the good fortune to see Mr. Palminteri do his one-man show in what I guess was a revival production in New York 11 or 12 years ago.
    De Niro called it when he said, "You did a whole movie out there!"
    The play, with just this one actor was actually BETTER than the movie, and the movie was pretty damn good. Palminteri acted all the parts, providing narration, too. Some of the best story-telling I've ever had the privilege to see.
    Bravo, Mr. Palminteri! Bravo!!

  • @robsudden24
    @robsudden24 5 лет назад +10

    Chazz is legendary!!

  • @kristiant96
    @kristiant96 4 года назад +12

    This makes me wanna watch the movie even more !

  • @zobeyadiaz7476
    @zobeyadiaz7476 3 года назад +3

    When you love your father no one cant understand how your heart talks and your father soul is listening.

  • @lookatcha
    @lookatcha 5 лет назад +7

    What a story teller

  • @patrickgalligan3516
    @patrickgalligan3516 5 лет назад +9

    One of my favourite actors

  • @wifferstess2824
    @wifferstess2824 6 лет назад +47

    Love that story. It showed that he had real balls to stick it out and was willing to go down with the ship should the worst happen. But considering how hot his story was, it was only a matter of time. I always said that it needed the right director and fortunately he happened to come along.

  • @Lic.en.derecho
    @Lic.en.derecho 6 лет назад +18

    Everyone ask him the same thung...and I can hear it mesmerized over and over...but he never said how much he got....1.5 mill...on his terms...got it his way....great movie!

  • @cmonhitme419
    @cmonhitme419 5 лет назад +11

    THIS GUY CHAZZ IS THE FU**ING MAN. WE NEED MORE MEN LIKE HIM .

  • @Guinea54
    @Guinea54 5 лет назад +28

    who is the moron that didn't want him to play Sonny.. that was one of the best roles of all time... He KILLED that part.. awesome actor.

    • @kanal2123a
      @kanal2123a 5 лет назад

      I thought the same thing, he was amazing as sonny

    • @gullybop1695
      @gullybop1695 4 года назад +1

      Funny that Chazz sent himself to the bathroom. LOL!!

    • @hellbillygoebig9446
      @hellbillygoebig9446 3 года назад

      @R Singh Sounds like business 101🧐

  • @cherie3283
    @cherie3283 5 лет назад +8

    Great story! I’m watching the movie now for the millionth time lol...

  • @jackscarano9008
    @jackscarano9008 4 года назад +2

    Great story great movie...

  • @T4Tracy2
    @T4Tracy2 6 лет назад +19

    Love that movie, An watching this, LOVE SONY an CHAZZ EVEN MORE NOW! GREAT JOB CHAZZ!!!

  • @Peterdodgeviper
    @Peterdodgeviper 3 года назад +4

    Great movie, and he was perfect for the role good actor full stop

  • @gmaqwert
    @gmaqwert 4 года назад +5

    That's a great story

  • @cinemart1331
    @cinemart1331 3 года назад +4

    A Bronx Tale 🎬 such a great movie...
    Details on how the movie is made, from where is the original idea, and behind the scenes are sooo fcking crazy... We love you Chazz, couldn't be a better Sonny than you...

  • @johnnymidnight4402
    @johnnymidnight4402 3 года назад +1

    Thank you ... thank you ... for a beautiful story ...

  • @bulldogjoe1804
    @bulldogjoe1804 4 года назад +5

    One of the best movies ever.

  • @brandojames-deancoico3410
    @brandojames-deancoico3410 2 года назад +1

    i couldn’t see anyone else playing the part chazz really killed that one of the greatest performances i’ve ever witnessed

  • @alladean9080
    @alladean9080 4 года назад +1

    Best story I’ve heard...no one could’ve played sonny better than him

  • @vespremeanu4929
    @vespremeanu4929 3 года назад +2

    one of my favorit movie

  • @Apokomes
    @Apokomes 5 лет назад +8

    Gracias por el arte, Chazz.

  • @AndyB718
    @AndyB718 3 года назад +2

    Classic and memorable movie and Character.
    Chaz is the Man 💪

  • @TheDude-vx6wn
    @TheDude-vx6wn 3 года назад +3

    Sometimes only an artist understands another artist.

  • @asabry4126
    @asabry4126 4 года назад +8

    What a story. I had no idea it started off as his play, let alone that Chazz wrote the screenplay.

  • @ChuckTay23
    @ChuckTay23 3 года назад +4

    A Bronx Tale is one of the greatest movies I've ever seen in my life. Top 5 for sure, and without Chazz as Sonny I can honestly say it would not have been as successful.

    • @nicklubrino2606
      @nicklubrino2606 2 года назад

      “A Bronx Tale” is one of the greatest movies of all time, and it’s a shame that it only did $17 million at the box office. Similarly, “Shawshank Redemption” is one of the greatest movies of all, and it was a flop at the box office.

  • @gullybop1695
    @gullybop1695 4 года назад +3

    Thank goodness for Chazz P. God bless that man. Funny that Chazz sent himself to the bathroom.@2:26 LOL!!

  • @Mimi89_7
    @Mimi89_7 4 года назад +3

    He fit so well love the movie 💜

  • @altongrimes
    @altongrimes 3 года назад +2

    He was outstanding in that film

  • @zlobelgreen498
    @zlobelgreen498 4 года назад +3

    Great

  • @smoothie01
    @smoothie01 3 года назад +3

    I love that movie. Wish chazz had more roles.

  • @stephencox1635
    @stephencox1635 2 года назад +1

    Great story and great movie, thanks for sharing!

  • @georgehorner1578
    @georgehorner1578 2 года назад

    Chaz you are a great actor, all of your work the best.

  • @Lioness_Es
    @Lioness_Es 4 года назад +5

    I'm so glad that Mr. Chazz had that encounter with Swifty. Only God knows what would've happened had he not been inspired to write about his life events and we may not have had A Bronx Tale to watch!

  • @johnbrower2738
    @johnbrower2738 3 года назад +2

    Chazz the best gangster actor of all time!

  • @MohammedTaifi
    @MohammedTaifi 2 года назад +1

    That's what you get when you're a real MAN , you're original Chazz a genuine Man

  • @paulcorreggio4925
    @paulcorreggio4925 4 года назад +2

    Classy guy!

  • @alyriatutoring5697
    @alyriatutoring5697 4 года назад +9

    “No gets you further than yes.” -Gordon Willis

  • @x213ERx
    @x213ERx 3 года назад +2

    Classic.

  • @shirleyvelazquez7531
    @shirleyvelazquez7531 Месяц назад

    Dear Director Chad,❤
    I'm Shirley from the Bronx, and I'm reaching out to you today because I've been inspired by your work and dedication to storytelling. Recently, someone brought to my attention your affiliation with Westchester County, where I currently reside. What's more, one of my friends happens to be a fan of your work, and I've been following your journey as a director.
    For the past two years, I've been working on a screenplay that started as a comedy but evolved into an autobiographical account of my life. I've come to realize that a personal screenplay is a culmination of one's emotions, and I'm excited to share my story with the world. Your belief in yourself and your craft is truly inspiring, and I feel that my screenplay has the potential to touch millions of hearts.
    Through my research and study of the masters, I've learned that a great story is what captures a director's attention, not just the technical aspects of filmmaking. I believe that my story, which revolves around themes of adoption and secrets, has the power to resonate with audiences and bring attention to the often-overlooked experiences of children who have been left behind. My screenplay is a tribute to my father, whose talents went unnoticed, and I hope to honor his memory by sharing my story with the world.
    I feel a connection to your work, Director Chad, and I believe that my story would resonate with you on a deep level. I'm not looking to share the real emotions I felt as an adult discovering my father's past, but I'm eager to share my story in a way that will touch hearts and minds. I've become an expert in telling a story that will leave a lasting impact, and I hope to have the opportunity to share it with you.
    Thank you for considering my work, and I look forward to the possibility of collaborating with you in the future.
    Sincerely,
    Shirley

  • @gwarbong
    @gwarbong Год назад

    Great story! love your work Chaz, your one of the greats!🤝🙏

  • @Soundtrack33VEVO
    @Soundtrack33VEVO 5 лет назад +5

    Legend Movie 🎥

  • @Bochanable
    @Bochanable 4 года назад +2

    Believe in your dreams and your passion! Bravo! Great film especially since I knew some people from the Bronx near that era and vouched for the authenticity!

  • @aodh5966
    @aodh5966 3 года назад +3

    He has aged well, brilliant movie it's up there as one of the best gangster films of all time

  • @djrez2107
    @djrez2107 Год назад +1

    Masterpiece

  • @rolirolster
    @rolirolster 4 года назад +6

    So glad he stuck to his guns!

  • @fernandoalarcon6361
    @fernandoalarcon6361 2 года назад +2

    Tremendo actor y su papel de Sonny inolvidable..

  • @stilesjohnson1745
    @stilesjohnson1745 4 года назад +2

    Wow amazing.

  • @theequalizer694
    @theequalizer694 5 лет назад +4

    Loved his performance in his movies and one of my favorite video games of all time (black ops 2)

  • @loucontino4804
    @loucontino4804 3 года назад +4

    When you lived it, that's your life. There was no way Chazz was going to sell his screen[play and walk from the character. He lived it!

  • @soundking4
    @soundking4 5 лет назад +9

    He seems like such a cool real guy. He was great in Woody Allen's "Bullets Over Broadway"

  • @_jimmythesaint
    @_jimmythesaint 4 года назад +2

    Never give up

  • @TheBluRayCritic
    @TheBluRayCritic 3 года назад +4

    Let’s not forget his other masterpiece role in “A Night at the Roxbury.” 😉

  • @massi6528
    @massi6528 3 года назад +1

    I cant imagine anybody playing Sonny but Chazz.

  • @sergioflores9870
    @sergioflores9870 6 лет назад +4

    The big Sony!!!!a tale Bronx,la mejor película que ví en mi vida,soy argentino

  • @isaachernandez3212
    @isaachernandez3212 5 лет назад +4

    It's a classic.

  • @Sinister392
    @Sinister392 3 года назад +1

    Lol. His persistence and stubbornness made a great movie that will stand the test of time . No one could have played sonny like him .👍

  • @awesomeone203
    @awesomeone203 Год назад

    I love A bronx tale And Sonny is the best I have learned too many things from that man ❤❤❤❤ "Nobody cares" and "Trouble is like a cancer" [Sonny] Thank you for these beautiful advice ❤❤❤❤ Love you😊

  • @KIRRAH1
    @KIRRAH1 3 года назад +2

    That's the way to go #ChazzPalminteri and about the writing just watched last week how #MichaelFranzese was giving it a review on RUclips and gave it 10 out of 10 for authenticity!! It took him back in time in his old neighborhood, and praised the authenticity of the everyday things you described that took him back in the days. If you had let some "big Hollywood writers" to write the script it would never be really authentic! Well done #ChazzPapminteri And also #FrankCullota who recently passed RIP said about you #Chazz that you played a wise guy and thay role in particular really well and authentic! And in my opinion you really did!!! #ABronxTale #CalogeroPalminteri

  • @obijuanjabroni7543
    @obijuanjabroni7543 4 года назад

    Chazz Palminteri stuck to his guns and never let up on the negotiations. That's a Gangster right there. And kudos for De Niro for even suggesting that he should write an star in it. Great movie and watching it for the zillionth time right now.

  • @dj_6ix20two6
    @dj_6ix20two6 5 лет назад +2

    “Bullshit kid! The door test, that’s what counts”

  • @pcbacklash_3261
    @pcbacklash_3261 6 лет назад +23

    Way to stick to your guns, Chazz! :-D

  • @nicklengyel6710
    @nicklengyel6710 3 года назад +1

    Was on the set just about everyday for A Bronx Tale.

  • @andrewnicholas4951
    @andrewnicholas4951 3 года назад +1

    Here's a tale for the kids kids!!! Conviction uncompromising belief whatever the cost coz its from the heart n soul beat that dnt miss a beat. Yes he had mileage thru the stage an audience but he knew he had to stay true. De Niros 🤚 solid as rock what more can one ask or hope for . The angels landed. Original.. they will tread over broken glass bearfoot for that!!!

  • @mb8kr
    @mb8kr 3 года назад

    Shazz is the man to run the show.

  • @leeoliver7151
    @leeoliver7151 3 года назад

    Wot a good bloke and top actor 💪💪💪

  • @pa7982
    @pa7982 4 года назад +1

    The story behind the movie is as good as the movie itself

  • @hellbillygoebig9446
    @hellbillygoebig9446 3 года назад +3

    Crazy how long it took to be released on DVD. It’s not even 10 yrs old.

  • @Mrrobot1979
    @Mrrobot1979 4 года назад +2

    There was no other person who could have played sonny Robert De Niro saw the potential of a good movie and he got profit back plus a great movie imo

  • @terryschleicher8511
    @terryschleicher8511 2 года назад

    This was a great movie