Anamisis auditioned for the role of Dane Thompson, but the producers felt that Balesano was a more natural choice due to his age and animated style of acting. Anamisis' dry, stoic style was more desirable for "Angelo" the hit man. Also worth noting is that Anamisis refused to use foul language due to his strict Greek Orthodox upbringing. This too, made him a problematic choice for the role of "Dane Thompson" but a natural as "Angelo" the hit man.