Category: Rocky

Some Rocky Inspiration

Craig / / 2007, Rocky
Ehren Cheung, on his recent trip to Philadelphia couldn’t help but notice the…

“…constant flow of tourists who flocked to the statue of Rocky. Posing with Rocky Balboa was one of the primary attractions but not only did it seem that Rocky inspired people to pose, people ran up the stairs of the Museum of Art reenacting the scene in Rocky, and people would applaud and smile each time a group of people raced up the stairs. Some people were so enthused that they almost fell down the stairs!”

It’s amazing how Rocky continues to inspire so many people worldwide. I love how the Rocky statue has become a “must see stop” for those who go to Philadelphia. For Ethan’s full blog post, click HERE. – Craig

Sly Presents Rocky

Craig / / 2007, Honors, Rocky
From American Film Institute Press Release – Wednesday September 12, 1:48 pm ET LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/

The American Film Institute today announced a historic public event to mark the institute’s 40th anniversary. Target Presents AFI’s 40th Anniversary is an event of unprecedented scale — even for Hollywood. Eleven classic American films will screen on a single night, in a single location — each with a live introduction by the film’s legendary star or filmmaker.

The event will be held October 3 at ArcLight Hollywood. All film programs will begin at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on September 19.

The films and artists that are confirmed to take part in this momentous occasion are:

    Julie Andrews will present THE SOUND OF MUSIC (1965)
  Warren Beatty will present BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967)
  Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner will present WHEN HARRY MET SALLY... (1989)
  Kirk Douglas will present SPARTACUS (1960)
  Clint Eastwood will present UNFORGIVEN (1992)
  Morgan Freeman will present THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994)
  Tippi Hedren will present THE BIRDS (1963)
  Angela Lansbury will present BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991)
  George Lucas will present STAR WARS -- EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE (1977)
  Jack Nicholson will present ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST (1975)
  Sylvester Stallone will present ROCKY (1976)

“What better way to celebrate 40 years of AFI than to bring together movie artists and movie-goers in the flickering light of these classic American films,” stated Jean Picker Firstenberg, AFI’s President and CEO. “We thank Target for their continued support of AFI, providing the opportunity to honor AFI’s 40th Anniversary with an epic celebration worthy of America’s national educational and cultural organization.”

“We are thrilled to honor 40 great years of the American Film Institute by celebrating the magic and artistry of the silver screen,” said Laura Sandall, director, events marketing and publicity, Target. “By building relationships with leading cultural organizations like AFI, Target is able to foster creativity, promote learning and build stronger communities.”

Tickets to all screenings are $25 and can be purchased at AFI.com or in person at the ArcLight box office at 6360 W Sunset Boulevard (at Ivar) beginning Wednesday, September 19. Event tickets include free popcorn and soda for all guests. The first 100 guests to arrive in each theater will receive a free copy of the special commemorative AFI 40th Anniversary Tribute book.
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What a great line up of films and presenters. Obviously “Rocky” would be THE one to attend, but it would also be cool to see Kirk Douglas present “Spartacus”, Clint Eastwood show us “Unforgiven”, or Jack Nicholson showcase “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”. If any SZoner attends, please send in photos and a report! – Craig

Rocky: The Ultimate Guide

Craig / / 2006, Rocky, Rocky 2, Rocky 3, Rocky 4, Rocky 5, Rocky Balboa

Hi Craig,

My name is Bess Braswell, and I work in marketing at DK Publishing. I recently noticed that you have Rocky: The Ultimate Guide up on Stallonezone.com, which is fantastic! Thank you very much! We’ve changed the cover from the version on your site, so I’ve attached the final cover.

Thanks again for showing the book – you have a fantastic site!

Best wishes,
Bess
DK Publishing

Rocky: The Ultimate Guide. Jam-packed with over 1,000 stills and digitally remastered photos bringing together moments from the original “Rocky” through the first five films as well as details on the final installment, “Rocky Balboa.”

Honoring the thirtieth anniversary of the original Rocky film, as well as the Winter 2006 release of Rocky Balboa, a definitive reference to all six films in the blockbuster series features more than one thousand stills and digitally re-mastered pictures, as well as plot information, cast and character profiles, accounts of Rocky’s most famous fights, and more. (An MGM/Sony Pictures film, written & directed by Sylvester Stallone, releasing Winter 2006, starring Sylvester Stallone)

To Pre-Order the Hardback click HERE

Paperback Orders can click HERE

– Craig

Sly Profiled in Premiere!

Craig / / 2006, Celebs, Rocky

In the December 2006 issue of Premiere magazine there’s a nice profile of Sly by Pat Jordan and photos by Gregg Segal.

Here are a couple of excerpts:

* “Rocky has always been a guy who’s about giving and receiving pain, purging old pain with new.”

* When Stallone talks about his latest film, he does so with the same “raging” enthusiasm he always has.

* “Exercise is my salvation, my discipline.”

* “I realized I was cast as Rocky forever. I took it the wrong way and shouldn’t have worked so hard against it. You can’t be better than you are as an actor. I can’t play Shakespeare.”

* “I shoulda just gradually evolved as an actor over the years, like Clint Eastwood. But Rocky took away my opportunity to peak.”

The December issue of Premiere is on stands now everywhere! It is well worth seeking out! – Craig

Rocky Stories Book Launch!

Craig / / 2006, Celebs, Rocky

Wil, from Paul Dry Books, the folks behind Rocky Stories wrote in about a great opportunity for SZoners:

Craig,

We’re having a book launch on Tuesday Nov. 21 at the Rocky Steps at 9:30AM. Check out the press release below. Maybe some StalloneZoners can attend.

Geraldine Hughes, who plays Marie in “Rocky Balboa” will be there. So will cameraman Garrett Brown, the cameraman from Rocky and inventor of Steadicam that made the shot at the steps possible. Sly Stallone did just let us know he can’t be there (he’s done so much for us already though!).

Also, NPR’s Morning Edition taped a segment with the authors at the steps yesterday. That should run on Wednesday. Brilliantly, two Finnish guys were running the steps during the interview.

Thanks for your help!

Will
Paul Dry Books

If any SZoners are able to attend, we’d love to see pictures and a report. Not only would you get to meet the authors of Rocky Stories [which I highly recommend!], but Geraldine Hughes and Garrett Brown! – Craig

“Rocky Balboa” Mini-Statues Available!

Craig / / 2006, Rocky

Here’s great news for “Rocky” and SYLVESTER STALLONE fans [and just in time for holiday gift giving]!!

A. THOMAS SCHOMBERG, the creator of the original “Rocky” statue for the movie “Rocky III”, and MGM studios, in celebration of the 30th anniversary of “Rocky”, are teaming to produce miniature ROCKY sculptures for fans!

That’s right, you too, can own a [miniature] “Rocky” sculpture as seen in the “Rocky” movies! These extremely accurate representations of the original ROCKY statue come in two sizes and a price range that can fit any budget!

The two sizes that have been chosen are a 12 inch and a 20 inch replica.

The 12 inch sculpture will be cast in resin and hand painted and retail for $98 usd

The 20 inch sculpture will be cast in resin, bronze plated and hand painted for $468 usd

For super collectors there will be a limited and individually numbered edition of the 20 inch sculpture which will be cast in traditional bronze and mounted on a marble base. It will sell for $2600 usd

Click HERE to learn more!

Whenever SZoners or Rocky fans talk about cool memorabilia someone always mentions how cool it would be to own a copy of the Rocky statue. Now we can! My order is in! Is yours?

Watch for a profile and interview with Mr. Schomberg coming soon!

– Craig