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The SZ has scored a second press pic from SLY‘S delayed film “Eye See You” [formerly known as “D-Tox” and “The Outpost”] . Although the movie has been finished for well over a year, distribution has been scheduled and re-scheduled. Word is that the film may be released later this year. Thanks to someone who calls himself “No Burn Brogan.”
– Craig Zablo
The picture above (minus the SZ tag, of course) appeared earlier in the week at DARK HORIZONS in an item about Warner Brothers’ 2001 movie line-up.
Entertainment Tonight’s website ran an item on Thursday saying that Sly and Jennifer co-hosted the opening of Downtown Disneyland in an event which benefited the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Sly also announced that his next movie will be a comedy. The picture above accompanied the item.
Earlier this week I received an e-mail from Simon Barber who is the new web master of Frank Stallone’s Official Website.
If you haven’t checked out Frank’s site in a while, you really should. Frank and Simon have updated and re-designed all areas (and have added more content as well)! You can find them at FrankStallone.com (they’ve moved from the old location) or by clicking |HERE|. Be sure and tell them the SZ sent ya!
[January 14, 2001] – Craig Zablo
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
The picture above (of Sly and Bruce Willis taken in 1998) appeared in the December 11th issue of US WEEKLY.
– Craig Zablo
The picture above appeared in the December 12th issue of The National Enquirer. – Craig Zablo
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.
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)
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
Total Film has released a Special Collector’s Edition titled “The Action Movies That Changed the World.” “Rambo” and “Rocky” are just two of the many movies that are covered! Definitely worth picking up!
Ernest “Jazzman” Resendes also sent in a “heads-up” on the January 2001 issue of Total Film which contains a tidbit about SLY’S next film, “Avenging Angelo.” The item features a small pic [from “Cliffhanger”] and a brief synopsis of “Avenging Angelo” which is not presented in a positive light.
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.