Content warning: This story discusses drug use and suicide.
Dominic Sessa is cooking up his next project.
On June 19 in Hyannis, Massachusetts, the actor portraying the main character in the upcoming Anthony Bourdain biopic “Tony” was seen traveling by ferry, while filming scenes for the movie. In this instance, he assumed the role of Anthony Bourdain himself.
While filming, Dominic, aged 22, channeled the casual style of the late host from Parts Unknown, sporting a disheveled hairstyle with loose curls. In terms of his clothing, the actor opted for a red collared shirt layered under a black leather jacket for the maritime excursion.
The location of the movie production hints that it will showcase Anthony’s initial venture into the culinary realm. This is significant because his time spent in Provincetown during the early 1970s played a crucial role in shaping him, not only as a chef but also personally.
He remarked, “I reconnected with my past,” during a 2014 episode of CNN’s series, shared in November. This journey took him back not only to Massachusetts, the place where he began his culinary career at 17, but also to significant moments in his life when he was involved with heroin.
Certainly, Anthony – who tragically took his life in 2018 at the age of 61 – often pondered over his drug use during his youthful years. Despite stating to Biography.com that he quit heroin in the 1980s, he openly shared in 2014 that he harbored complex emotions regarding his dabbling with various substances.
Speaking about your personal history, it brings a mix of sweet memories, feelings of sadness, and regrets.
As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but express my excitement about the forthcoming biopic, produced by A24. You see, this isn’t Anthony’s first journey under the cinematic microscope. In fact, he was already the focus of last year’s documentary titled “Roadrunner.” This captivating piece offered insights through interviews with his dear friends and family members, not to mention footage of Anthony himself, all captured before his untimely demise.
In the trailer for the documentary, he mentioned, “It’s likely you’ll discover this fact eventually.” To avoid any surprises later, let me share some upfront honesty with you now: There won’t be a joyful resolution.
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