Despite inhabiting a world populated with freaks, David Zayas rendition of iconic Gotham mafioso Salvatore Maroni is actually the show's most over-the-top character. Not only is he a walking gangster cliche, but everything about Sal comes off as big and broad. The lackluster writing is hardly elevated however by Zayas, who has unleashed a delirious barrage of s**t-eating smirks, stone-faced threats, and jovial exuberance in his few brief appearances. Watching him one actually starts fearing for the delicate scenery of Gotham, as the actor chomps into each line with a frenzied and disconcerting sense of relish. Thus, perhaps the most cathartic moment was when Zayas Maroni actually did grab a massive shank of meat and took an outrageously large victory bite after a successful criminal scheme. At that moment the show's sets were (at least temporarily) safe.
Adam Mohrbacher has been afflicted with an obession for film since his earliest memories. In addition to his work with WhatCulture, Adam has been a contributor with Filmophilia.com, FilmMonthly.com and Examiner.com. You can also check out his personal blog here: adammohrbacher@wordpress.com.
A devoted fan of all film genres and styles, Adam gets equally giddy over the sensitive, existential musings of Ingmar Bergman, and the brawny brilliance of Arnold Schwartzenegger. He loves fish tacos and misses the work of Heath Ledger and Jack Lemmon on a daily basis.
