Actor Sebastian Maniscalco says his father is supportive as his biggest fan and critic

Comedian-turned-actor Sebastian Maniscalco is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, About My Father. The film, which is loosely based on Maniscalco's life, also has a script Maniscalco co-wrote with Austen Earl. The actor shares some insight about the film and his father, Salvo Maniscalco, being his cheerleader. 

"Salvo has been instrumental in my career. He's been supportive as my biggest fan and critic. We've had this journey together, starting during my high school years, when we shared a passion for soccer". 

Sebastian added that his father is a significant critic of his works," Once I became a stand-up (comedian), he jumped onto that. He is still vocal on what he likes and dislikes about my act. Now, he's joined me on this journey with About My Father."

About My Father stars Robert De Niro as Salvo Maniscalco, "Obviously, De Niro was my number one choice for the role of Salvo, and when we learned he was interested, we were like, 'wow'."Sebastian said. 

Helmed by Laura Terruso, About My Father is a whimsical tale of a father-son duo that are nothing alike. The film shows Sebastian's character torn between impressing his fiance's parents and leaving his father alone on July 4. He decides his best bet is to bring the two together.

The film will hit the theatres on May 26.