The un-showy sincerity of his work here is exactly why the moment Ruben disappoints Joe is one of the movie’s most devastating, with Raci’s measured response imparting a deep sense of gravity to the scene. Having been largely consigned to bit parts in a screen career that stretches back to the ‘80s, his work here is a testament both to the power of casting that utilizes actors’ life experiences and to Raci’s own formidable talents.