Andy Garcia Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

Andy Garcia breaks down his most iconic characters, including his roles in 'The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone,' 'Ocean's 11,' 'The Untouchables,' 'Internal Affairs,' and more.

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[rishabhaniket]

Andy Garcia and Ray Liotta were two actors who I am amazed didn’t go on to be bigger superstars. They had everything going on in their breakthrough films.

[Coco-ctix]

They broke the mould with this one - he is such an elegant and dignified actor who always brings something unique to his roles.

[cameronwilliams]

Just saw the great man himself in The Untouchables yesterday. What a great movie to be in. Andy Garcia is always fantastic to watch.

[scottnolan]

He seems like a man who would be a wonderful friend and mentor.

[bobbyricigliano]

Andy Garcia, easily one of the greatest male lead actors in the last 35 years. More brilliant roles than I can even count. I am very partial toward “Things to do in Denver when you’re dead.”

[kjosemaria]

Aging like wine!

Andy Garcia was my summer magazine love April 1991 - he came out in one of those American Magazines for his role as Vincent Corleone, I screamed when I saw his full page black and white photo - his piercing eyes boring into my 15 year old boy crazy soul. I was grounded for a week for that cussin. Hahahah

Sigh, here I am 32 years later watching this show. Love how Andy has embraced aging like that - he's still beautiful!

[ArthephiusX]

Things To Do In Denver When You’re Dead.

Massively overlooked and underrated movie that ranks up there as one of Garcia’s finest performances, opposite Walken, and with a great ensemble cast and razor sharp script. Unforgivable that GQ have overlooked that gem.

[imherechillin]

Nothing but the deepest respect for this man 👏👏

[TheThrivingLady]

Gosh! Andy Garcia is the epitome of swagger and class! He's a great actor, too!

[enriquesinghjr]

Even though The Godfather III (Coda) is the weakest out of the trilogy Garcia's character was a wonderful addition to the family. Even though he's had a fantastic career I consider him a somewhat underrated talent.

[draganbilic]

He was great in Things to do in Denver when you're dead.

[zackwilliams]

He should the Kennedy center honors one of these days. Other than Edward James Olmos, he brought nuances and richness to the characters that are Latino and inspiring a generation of Latino actors.

[martinsmith]

Just stumbled upon this interview, ironically. just heard about James Dawn's death.He was great as Sonny's son, Andy Garcia is great, one of my favorite actors! God Bless Andy Garcia, and RIP to James Caan!

[EricBrunoBorgman]

He does great impressions of other actors, usually of ones he's worked with.

[isismalls]

Love his impressions of Al Pacino and Sean Connery 🤣

[TripleJ]

I wish they could have talked about a character he played in, 8 million ways to die. He played a cocaine gangster in Los Angeles. His name was Angel in that movie. He was like Tony Montana before Tony Montana. A great movie that also had Jeff Bridges. One of my favorite movies.

[lilyyyyyyy]

Honestly, the oceans movies are so good for no reason

[MerchantIvoryfilms]

I had the very rare honor of escorting Andy around the Chines Theater as his EP detail while he did a Q&A. He got out of his car, i introduced myself and off we went into the back ally and down a long set of very creepy stairs into a super dark hall. Its probably the ugliest walk of old walls, covered in fire retardant, its just creepy.

If you knew me personally or took a first glance you would see me as the skinny nerd who you could beat up (In short im not intimidating) In my suit i look like a secret service agent i guess and between that and the really creepy stairs Andy was a little wireded out, ask me straight up "Are you going to snuff me?"

I laughed, he did to. I turned and smiled to him saying "I know this is scary but i promise your green room is just over hear and its much nicer than this hallway"

Now ever time I see the Godfather, or Oceans, i get a big smile on my face and tell myself "I intimidated him....me the nerd" ^.^

[gentleraine]

Godfather III is my personal favorite, basically due to Mr. Garcia’s ability to bring the story to life.

[sid]

What a down to Earth, humble guy.Very well spoken. btw:He would be a great James Bond!