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John Turturro Declines Role in Max Series 'The Penguin' Due to Violence Towards Women

Oct 23, 2024, 06:35 PM

John Turturro has declined to reprise his role as Carmine Falcone in the upcoming Max series 'The Penguin.' Turturro cited the show's depiction of violence towards women as the primary reason for his decision. He stated, 'I did what I wanted to with the role. In the show, there was a lot of violence towards women, and that’s not my thing.' The series is a spinoff of 'The Batman,' and Turturro's decision has been met with respect from the show's creators. Showrunner Lauren LeFranc expressed understanding and support for Turturro's choice. The announcement was made on October 23, 2024, via Variety.