Of course, Stonestreet's cinematic/TV past isn't entirely jovial: He had a recurring role on CSI and several guest spots on everything from NCIS to Bones. In fact, I have strong confidence in Stonestreet's dramatic credibility -- when you compare the difference between Cameron Tucker and the actor himself, you see there's a glaring and disarmingly jarring difference. If he can that effectively disappear into Cameron's shoes, I'm thrilled to see him commit to a grim thriller with a somewhat Hitchcockian conceit.
What do you think? Excited, intrigued, or unnerved by Stonestreet's novel new direction? Here's a clip he made with Jesse Tyler Ferguson promoting the "It Gets Better" campaign that demonstrates the significant differences between his character and himself. (We'll be treated to more Stonestreet's comic stylings in the upcoming Bad Teacher and The Muppets.)
ยท Eric Stonestreet, Wentworth Miller in 'Loft' [Variety]