Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dominic Sessa discusses his latest film, “Tony,” in which he takes on the challenge of portraying a young Anthony Bourdain. He talks about what he learned from studying Bourdain through photographs and why authenticity mattered more than imitation.
Sessa also reflects on his breakout role in “The Holdovers,” the audition that changed his life, and working alongside Oscar-nominated actors like Paul Giamatti, Rose Byrne, and Antonio Banderas. Plus he shares the acting advice that stayed with him and why he’s keen to star in a horror film.
#DominicSessa #Tony #AnthonyBourdain #TheHoldovers #Backstage #ActingAdvice #Actors #Interview
Dominic Sessa discusses his latest film, “Tony,” in which he takes on the challenge of portraying a young Anthony Bourdain. He talks about what he learned from studying Bourdain through photographs and why authenticity mattered more than imitation.
Sessa also reflects on his breakout role in “The Holdovers,” the audition that changed his life, and working alongside Oscar-nominated actors like Paul Giamatti, Rose Byrne, and Antonio Banderas. Plus he shares the acting advice that stayed with him and why he’s keen to star in a horror film.
#DominicSessa #Tony #AnthonyBourdain #TheHoldovers #Backstage #ActingAdvice #Actors #Interview








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