Career
In 2006 Carafotes directed his first short film, Club Soda, edited into Stories United States of America. He has starred in many films, television programs and commercials, and on stage. Carafotes began his career with a performance at the age of 20 that Variety called "amazing" for his portrayal of Ralph Morrelli in the 20th Century Fox film Headin" for Broadway. He then co-starred as Vinnie Salvucci alongside Tom Cruise in All the Right Moves, and delivered a memorable performance in the industry short film Scriptfellas.
Drama Critics Award for writing "Beyond the Ring", for which he was also nominated for best actor.