#7: “Funny How? I Amuse You?”

Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas is a pinnacle of mobster cinema, thanks to a stellar cast and unforgettable moments like Joe Pesci’s improvised ‘Funny how?’ scene, a testament to the film’s dynamic and unpredictable nature.

In a tension-filled exchange, Tommy DeVito (played by Pesci) challenges Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) when complimented for being ‘funny’, interpreting it as a demeaning comparison to a clown. The scene, stemming from Pesci and Liotta’s off-camera banter, showcases their brilliance and Scorsese’s adaptiveness.