Here’s the pic they used and some excerpts. The photo was taken at the end pf our last day on the set as we were leaving. Sly is between us in the far distance looking over fight footage with Frank and the crew.
City natives share screen time with Stallone By Rick Snizek
“It’s defied a lot of people’s expectations,” Resendes adds, feeling that Stallone’s intended soulful approach to living one’s life resonates with audiences young and old. In one scene in the movie, unfortunately one that did land on the cutting room floor, Resendes actually rushes out of his seat at the end of the bout thrusting both hands into the air in victory to congratulate the champ as he makes his way from the ring.
Although the pair came in very close proximity to Stallone during the filming, they didn’t get a chance to speak to him about their admiration for his work. But little did they know at the time that such an opportunity would present itself before the film would be released.
The experience was indeed a dream come true for Resendes and Manuels, one which they say has inspired them to push even harder to achieve their goals in life.