'I Play Rocky' Trailer: An Unknown Stallone Wants To Star In His 'Rocky' Script
The trailer for 'I Play Rocky' has debuted, depicting the origins of the iconic underdog film franchise through the lens of a young Sylvester Stallone.
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The brief
The first trailer for the film 'I Play Rocky' has been released, focusing on the early career struggles of Sylvester Stallone as he attempts to cast himself in his own screenplay for the original 'Rocky' movie. Anthony Ippolito stars as the aspiring actor during this formative period of his life.
Coverage from Deadline, The Playlist, and Yahoo highlights the film’s narrative premise regarding the behind-the-scenes creation of the sports drama. Additional reporting by Dark Horizons and Pajiba notes the trailer's release while offering commentary on its potential standing in the upcoming awards season.
Future developments will hinge on audience and critical reaction to the footage. Coverage does not yet specify a wide release date or further cast announcements beyond the lead role.
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Quick answers
Who portrays Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky'?
Anthony Ippolito stars as the young Sylvester Stallone.
What is the premise of the film?
The film follows an unknown Sylvester Stallone as he fights to get his own script for 'Rocky' produced with himself in the lead role.
Has a release date been announced?
Coverage does not yet specify a release date for the film.
Coverage (9)
- 'I Play Rocky' reveals Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone USA Today · 2h ago
- I Play Rocky trailer introduces Sylvester Stallone fighting for his movie A.V. Club · 2h ago
- The ‘I Play Rocky’ Trailer Is Borderline Hilarious Esquire · 2h ago
- ‘I Play Rocky’ Trailer: Anthony Ippolito Becomes Sylvester Stallone in This Inside Look at the Making of a Movie Classic Variety · 2h ago
- Official Trailer: "I Play Rocky" Dark Horizons · 2h ago
- I'd Like to Say We Have the First Awards Season Misfire On Our Hands, But ... Pajiba · 2h ago
- ‘I Play Rocky’ Trailer: Anthony Ippolito Becomes Sylvester Stallone In The Underdog Story Behind ‘Rocky’ The Playlist · 2h ago
- Young Sylvester Stallone Fights for His Dream in First ‘I Play Rocky’ Trailer Yahoo · 2h ago
- 'I Play Rocky' Trailer: An Unknown Stallone Wants To Star In His 'Rocky' Script Deadline · 2h ago
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