Key Points
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Director’s Insight: I Play Rocky director Peter Farrelly revealed that Sylvester Stallone has seen the film, which depicts his journey to portray Rocky Balboa.
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Stallone’s Reaction: Farrelly expressed his nervousness about Stallone’s feedback. However, Stallone called him right after watching the movie, indicating a positive response.
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Script and Approval: Farrelly emphasized the ease of obtaining Stallone’s approval for the project due to the strong script by Peter Gamble. He stated he would only proceed with Stallone’s blessing, which he received directly from the actor.
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Film’s Story: I Play Rocky is described as an underdog story that mirrors Stallone’s own struggles during his early acting career leading up to his significant film.
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Upcoming Release: The film is set to hit theaters in November.
Stallone’s support and enthusiasm for the project have been evident, as he has also shared his excitement on social media.
For more details, read the original article on Entertainment Weekly.
