The Academy Award-winning actor detailed some of his most memorable roles, including his portrayal of Tom Hagen in The Godfather and Lieutenant Colonel Bill Kilgore in Apocalypse Now. He also described his latest role, a hermit planning a "living funeral," in then-upcoming film Get Low.
Roth is best known for his books "Goodbye, Columbus" and "Portnoy's Complaint." Since the publication of his first book, Roth has been controversial for his treatment of Jewish themes. Some readers think his satirical take is anti-Semitic. His novel "Portnoy's Complaint," a sexual autobiography of a young lawyer, was labeled obscene by some because of its descriptions of masturbation and sexual conquest. He's written a number of books since then, including an autobiography, "The Facts," and a portrait of his father, "Patrimony: A True Story," His new novel is called "Operation Shylock."
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