Trivia

In the years before his death, composer Ennio Morricone stated on several occasions that the only director he would consider coming out of retirement for would be Tornatore.

Debuted as stage director at the age of 16.

Member of the jury at the Venice Film Festival in 1993.

Composed the song "Ricordare" for his movie A Pure Formality (1994).

Brother of Francesco Tornatore.

Was considered to direct The Lady (2011).