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Category: Celebs
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY PREVIEWS “DRIVEN”!
The February 16, 2001 issue of Entertainment Weekly contains the following write-up about Driven starring Sylvester Stallone, Burt Reynolds, Kip Pardue, Estella Warren written by Sylvester Stallone directed by Renny Harlin
What’s the big deal? Sly writes himself a Rocky of the racing circuit.
The last time STALLONE buddied up with action auteur Harlin – for 1993’s Cliffhanger – they rappelled back to base camp with $260 mil worldwide. And since the thriller was also Stallone’s last hit, it makes sense that he’d tap the Finnish director to help steer him back onto the fast track. In fact, it’s why Stallone penned this race-car-driving saga. “I’m trying to do something different with my career,” he admits. “Yeah, this movie has action and adventure, but it’s really a drama underneath, like Rocky.” How so? Well, the actor plays a retired driver whose days in the victory circle are over. Then a sage racing-team owner (Reynolds) offers him a second chance – not to get behind the wheel, but to help train a cocky young prodigy (Remember the Titans‘ Pardue). Still, despite all the human drama, Harlin promises it’s the wipeouts that’ll fuel this vehicle. “The way we’re shooting these crashes is brand-new,” he says. “You’ve never seen it before. The viewer’s going to be right there in the driver’s seat, spinning out of control.” Pass the Dramamine. (April 27)
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I really like the overall positive tone of this write-up.It’s especially gratifying that the writer feels that the “big deal” about “Driven” is that Sly wrote the screenplay himself! – Craig Zablo (February 4, 2001)
Sly Pumps Up Residence
Christie sent in the following item which appeared in the Orlando Sentinel under “Celebrity Homes” by: Ruth Ryon of the LA Times.
SLY PUMPS UP RESIDENCE
SYLVESTER STALLONE has completed a two-year expansion of the newly built Beverly Hills-area home he bought in December 1998, for about $10 million.
Just in time for the holidays, STALLONE, who starred in the fall remake of the movie “Get Carter,” put some finishing touches on the home that he shares with his wife, model JENNIFER FLAVIN, and their two children.
Much of the work, including landscaping and improvements, is apparent even from a bird’s-eye view. The Italianstyle villa, on two-plus acres, was given an older, Tuscan look. The estate, behind bronze gates, also has a long driveway and grounds dotted with marble statues of lions, crocodiles and other creatures.
A colorful outdoor play gym with swings and slides has been installed for the children, and the grounds have been completed with a pool, two cabanas, expansive lawns and many trees, amount them redwoods and pines.
When STALLONE bought the house, it had five family bedrooms and two maid’s quarters in about 16,000 square feet, adding a library, more bedrooms and garages. STALLONE, 54, is know to have a passion for building and architecture.
STALLONE teams with BURT REYNOLDS in the sports action movie “Champs,”to be released in April, and he stars in the police thriller “D-Tox,” also due in the spring.
The picture above did not appear with the article. The fact that “D-Tox” is mentioned could be good news… unless it is based on old info (since it was not referred to as “Eye See You”). – Craig
SLY PIC IN US WEEKLY
The picture above (of Sly and Bruce Willis taken in 1998) appeared in the December 11th issue of US WEEKLY.
– Craig Zablo
“DRIVEN” ITEMS AT 3 SITES TODAY
Harry over at AICN has posted a review of Sly’s screenplay for “Driven.” The reviewer found that after reading the script he was “pleasantly surprised.” The reviewer also discusses Sly’s co-stars and director. To check out the full review, click |HERE|.|
Coming Attractions posted an update talking about the cool official site for Driven.
Over at Cinescape.com they’ve posted some info from Renny Harlin about his colaboration with Sly on the film “Driven.” Click |HERE| to check out the full article.
“AVENGING ANGELO” NEWS AT DARK HORIZONS
On Tuesday (November 28th), Garth over at Dark Horizons posted the following item:
Avenging Angelo: ‘Beast’ scored a short note from author Martyn Burke talking about one of his books which is about to become a movie:
“Just got back from Toronto where they’re setting up locations for the film which will star among others, Sylvester Stallone and probably Andy Garcia, Anthony Quinn and a leading lady who they’re still in the process of casting. Right now they’re leaning toward Madeline Stowe. It was a real departure for Stallone – which was the reason it appealed to me. Shooting begins in late Feb and then moves to Sicily for a couple of weeks to finish in May.”
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If you haven’t already, you should do yourself a favor and check out Garth’s site! It’s a winner! – Craig Zablo (December 3, 2000)
Impact’s Glowing “Get Carter” Review
Ernest “Jazzman” Resendes sent in the following “heads-up” on an extremely positive review of “Get Carter” which appears in the December 2000 issue of Impact magazine [from the UK]. The fact that the accolades come from a reviewer in the UK is especially pleasing, since many felt that “Get Carter” would be hammered there for even attempting to re-make the British crime-classic.
Here are some quotes from JOHN BIERLY‘s review:
“His role in Get Carter finds STALLONE in top form, both as an action star and an actor.”
“But while the original represents a superior piece of moviemaking, the remake tells a better story.”
“CAINE was the undisputed attraction of the original, but STALLONE is surrounded by equally talented players including a fierce MICKEY ROURKE as club-owning tough guy Cyrus Paice and a delightfully sniveling and smarmy ALAN CUMMING as computer magnate Jeremy Kinnear. MICHAEL CAINE even appears in a small role, fabulously playing a character that’s as far away from Carter as it gets.”
“A dazzling car chase and unbelievably tense showdowns between STALLONE and ROURKE provide excellent action.”
“STALLONE and COOK get the best out of not only each other but also their director. The nuances and poignancies of their scenes together allow each actor to, to quote Carter, “take it to another level.”
“Carter‘s quest for revenge provides the film’s heat; STALLONE and COOK, as Carter and Doreen, provide the heart.”
“STALLONE‘s performance in particular, a physical and emotional triumph, is solid throughout and often Oscar-worthy.”
“The relationship between Carter and Doreen as played by STALLONE and COOK saves the film from its own darkness, affording a welcome return for one of the genre’s greatest stars in a remake worthy of one of it’s greatest films.”
– Craig Zablo
Sly Stallone & Scott Weiland Present at the VH1 Awards
On November 30, 2000, Sly and Scott Weiland of the Stone Temple Pilots teamed as presenters on the first My VH1 Music Awards. VH1 viewers voted for their favorite singers and groups. The ceremony was broadcast live on VH1.
- Craig Zablo
Sly Presents at the My VH1 Music Awards
Sly and Scott Weiland of the Stone Temple Pilots were presenters at the first My VH1 Music Awards on November 30, 2000 in Los Angeles.
“Avenging Angelo” Update from Director Martyn Burke
From Dark Horizons: MARTYN BURKE, director of “Avenging Angelo,” is quoted…
“Just got back from Toronto where they’re setting up locations for the film which will star among others, SYLVESTER STALLONE and probably ANDY GARCIA, ANTHONY QUINN and a leading lady who they’re still in the process of casting. Right now they’re leaning toward MADELINE STOWE. It was a real departure for STALLONE – which was the reason it appealed to me. Shooting begins in late Feb and then moves to Sicily for a couple of weeks to finish in May.”