French "John Rambo" Article

Here’s an insight of the article: They were told that Sly’s age wouldn’t be an obstacle for the shooting. (refering to a hospice) moking remarks “Too hot for him”… One week later “volte-face” of speech…

In Chiang Mai, north of Thailand the climate is incredibly humid, and the insects bite you in a hell of a heat. Later that day, a few journalists from France, England and Italy share a van to go on the set. The publicist proudly announce “Welcome to Rambo land!”

Another boat ride, it reminds the journalist of Apocalypse Now. Sly’s nickname on the set is Col Kurtz. He sent the crew in a hell of a journey to serve his vision. Such abnegation “command” admiration.

Arriving on the set, the self centered Italian journalist sink in deep mud with her manolos while Sly quickly join them with a “So You are the jounalists” and shakes hands. His hand shakes are like a vice. No one says a word, respect. He gives some instruction with the deepest calm and went on the pirogue with three burmese pirate. Sypnosis of the movie.
Sly is rehearsing with a coach because the scene is entirely shot and screamed in Burmese! a classic Rambo scene, then Sly comes back looking satisfied with the scene. He invites the journalists to watch the then exclusive teaser of a rare violence. Sly adds that it only represents 9% of what will be seen in the movie and Burmese do much worse.