Actor Sylvester Stallone watches the first half of the NBA game between Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers, Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, in Los Angeles. The Lakers won 105-88.
(AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)
“The Expendables” Greatest Action Flick Ever?
Chris Nashawaty, over at EW.com poses the question, “The Expendables” Will it be the Greatest Action Flick Ever? Nashawaty then goes on to list five reasons the movie should rock. Check it out. I’m sure you’ll agree.
Silly Questions for Sly
The folks at TMZ recently posted this video of Sly being greeted by reporters and a kid wanting an autograph. Of course the young man didn’t have a pen and some of the questions thrown Sly’s way were silly, but he handles it well.
You Work Out Some?
SZoner, richblake96 posted the photo above on the StalloneZone Message Boards on January 21st with the following caption::
Some people just aren’t ‘Expendable’… Taken at Gunnar’s gym Jan 20th 2009’.
The photo has begun making the rounds of all the major movie sites. As you can imagine folks are amazed at Sly’s shape. And rightly so.
Sly’s Underrated Sequels
Simon Brew, at the Den of Geek, lists 19 Underrated Sequels That Deserve a Second Chance. Here’s what he had to say about some Stallone-starring choices:
Rocky II, III & IV
Our love of Rocky IV has already been documented at Den Of Geek, but the saga of Sylvester Stallone’s Italian Stallion is really enjoyable right up until 30 seconds before Rocky V starts. The second movie is a glossy and very functional sequel, but let’s cut film three slack for loosening up and having some fun, with Mr T’s Clubber Lang a great introduction to the franchise. Rocky IV, of course, remains without modern day parallel…
You can read the entire article here.
Sly Praised for “Death Race” Role
On January 13, 2009, Nick Cowen and Hari Patience took a look at “Death Race 2000” for the Telegraph.uk.com. The review was positive and gave special praise to Sly’s work in the film.
…top marks go to Sylvester Stallone who shows genuine comedy chops in his portrayal of Machine Gun Joe.
…Stallone is really the best thing about this film.
…Surprisingly enough, Sylvester Stallone, whose knowingly over-the-top performance as Machine Gun Joe is pure comedy gold.
…In Stallone’s hands, every single line of dialogue is laugh-out-loud hilarious.
You can read the entire review here.
“Rambo” Chosen Top Film Again
On January 13, 2009, Jason Roestel, of the [Miami] Examiner.com listed his choices for The Top Movies of 2008. “Rambo” came in at #2. In honor of the second place finish here are two quotes from the review:
This is how you bring a hero out of a 20 year retirement Steven Spielberg.
This was the bravest film of 2008.
You can read the entire piece by clicking here.
Rambo Triumphant!
Today I received my limited edition, Rambo statue from the good folks at Hollywood Collectibles. The statue was placed inside a molded styrofoam shell which was then put in a well designed packaging box which was then placed in a larger shipping box filled with packing nuts. If you think I’m making too big a deal about how pleased I was with the secure packaging, then you don’t know my delivery guy.
The statue, about 12 inches tall, is itself is a thing of beauty. Sculpter, Edinho Maga shows Rambo standing triumphant. Each statue was hand painted by Dan Cope who did a wonderful job of making the statue even more lifelike. Hollywood Collectibles always turns out quality items and this Rambo statue is no exception. Although this piece is sold out, there are other Rambo collectibles, Rocky items, and many other movie collectibles as well.
Before I bring this post to a close I want to especially thank Mark from Hollywood Collectibles. Mark contacted me once I had posted photos of Edinho’s work on the StalloneZone. Mark was impressed. I put the two into contact with each other and the rest, as they say, is history. Throughout the whole process Mark kept me informed on the statue’s progress. It was also Mark who made it possible for SZoners to get a discount if they ordered a statue. Mark and Hollywood Collectibles have been great to deal with. I hope that future Stallone projects are given the same treatment. I could say more, but it’s time to go clear off a place on the mantle for my Rambo statue.
Greatest Movie Voices of All Time
On January 9, 2009, Mark Caro of The Chicago Tribune wrote an article about the greatest movie voices of all time. Mr. Caro’s contention was that we could identify old time movie stars without seeing them if we heard them speak just one sentence. Mr. Caro goes on to, ah, voice his opinions on the subject and then talk to a few celebrities for their opinions.
When Mr. Caro asked director Darren (“The Wrestler”) Aronofsky for his choices, here is what he said:
“Lauren Bacall, of course, and Humphrey Bogart. Jimmy Stewart is so unique that he’s instantly recognizable. Malkovich. And Sly [Stallone], in its own way. It’s distinct, you know?”
You can read the full article here.
“Rambo” Top Film of 2008
Mark S. Krzos of News-Press.com out of Fort Myers, Florida listed his Top 25 Movies of 2008. “Rambo” came in at #12. You can see the who list here.