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Lucky Round #13 - Sly's off to the Premiere in Philly, yet still answers your questions exclusively on AICN!!!

way to go sly by aroundtime	Dec 13th, 2006 07:19:55 PM
we will get you- the axe gang
Sly is the funniest fucker ever! by Doctor_Sin	Dec 13th, 2006 07:23:29 PM
My love and respect for him has jumped 300% since reading these - he even brings up the TBers here. Sweet!
UFC by christophermoltosante	Dec 13th, 2006 07:33:01 PM
sorry sly, i love you, but put any boxer in the octagon and they would get slapped around. put any shoot fighter in a boxing ring and they could go the distance.
“Rambo is Republican” by Drunken Irishman	Dec 13th, 2006 07:36:29 PM
How shocking that any politican should try to score political points by trying to link themselves to a cultural icon. But now that I think of it, a "John McClane wouldn't vote for this Motherfucker" slogan could be pretty cool.
Turtling by yaz67	Dec 13th, 2006 07:41:37 PM
Better to turtle in THE PARTY AT KITTY AND STUDS than in your ROCKY anthology. You need to do comedy, man. This has been great. Hope it never ends.
Never thought I'd say this... by phaedrus007	Dec 13th, 2006 07:42:11 PM
Sly Stallone just cracked the top ten list of actors i'd like to have a beer with.
2 fun Sly stories, both true... by TELF	Dec 13th, 2006 07:42:57 PM
One of my best friends was waiting in line to go through security on her way out of LAX. She dropped her shawl, then bent over to pick it up only to find that someone behind her had already done so. You guessed it, it was Sly. He handed it to her and she emailed me later to explain why she was going to become a Rocky Balboa evangelist. I know it doesn't seem like much, but it seems gallant gestures like that after a long-haul flight can make a girl's day. About two years ago I was in LA promoting something at the NBC TCA junket. Sly was there promoting season 1 of the Contender. I was heading in as he was heading out. The publicist saw the look on my face and asked if I'd like to meet him. I was embarrassed but didn't want to miss out. She whispered in his publicist's ear, who came over and introduced us. He was very gracious but I just stood there like a twat trying to think of something good to say. After some stuttered compliment from me, taken with good humor, Sly was whisked away by his guy. Memorable for me, for him not so much... Met Sugar Ray too. It was a good night.
Bravo Sly by kurdt420	Dec 13th, 2006 07:44:24 PM
Whether you like the man as an actor or not you have to give him credit for taking the time to answer not 1 but 13 rounds of questions from us geeks.
Anyone else read these answers aloud in Stallones voice by Elmore Rigby	Dec 13th, 2006 07:47:28 PM
like I do?
"and the talk-backer knows who I’m talking about" by photoboy	Dec 13th, 2006 07:55:03 PM
Who's been talking shit about Sly?
Not Aloud by blahblahman	Dec 13th, 2006 07:56:17 PM
But I sure hear his voice in my head. Kinda like that Chris Walken 12 Days of Christmas "article" on cracked.com the other day.
"Anyone else read these answers in Stallones voice" by photoboy	Dec 13th, 2006 07:57:16 PM
Yeah, I totally hear Stallone's voice in my head when I read his answers, it's pretty cool actually.
AICN should do a whole series of these by Smilin'Jack Ruby	Dec 13th, 2006 08:30:50 PM
Add my voice to those saying that Stallone's frank and great answers to all these questions is one of the greatest retrospectives you can imagine. I was already excited to see "Rocky Balboa" and when I did see it last night (at the AVCO here in L.A.), it was a lot of fun, made moreso by being on a Stallone kick and getting to see him host a Q&A there. The movie is really great, as many have said, but going from Stallone's performance on screen to Stallone in the flesh is such a contrast that it makes you that much more impressed by what he does in the film. That, and he can obviously still write like hell.
Where's AK-47? by theBigE	Dec 13th, 2006 08:32:18 PM
Yeah, wasn't he the TB'er that Stallone has his sights on? Funny, he hasn't posted here since Stallone called him out! Now I want to see Stallone and the JuggFuckler get into it! Keep up the great answers, Stallone! You've taken me from "don't care about the new Rocky" to "what time is the first show playing?" Ok, I'll end my man-love for Sly now.
jesus christos by occula	Dec 13th, 2006 08:33:59 PM
i haven't read this many witty, silly, truly funny turns of phrase in any interview with a star since mel gibson, pre-crazy sauce. 'genitorial closet'? my GOD! so excellent!
Tanks H.K. and Sly for getting this ROUND up on time... by nomihs	Dec 13th, 2006 08:39:01 PM
Now here are some questions that really make it worthwhile to read. Although, for some people he answers all of the question and others just one part. Not that I am in a place to tell Stallone "HEY WHAT GIVES?" but I am just curious. Just like a director in a porno movies says "Keep it up boys."
Sly reads the TBs and by veritasses	Dec 13th, 2006 08:43:44 PM
says FU to the hater. If that Ain't Cool News I don't know what is.
love it love it love it by Bloo	Dec 13th, 2006 08:50:53 PM
my roommate has had me somewhat excited about Rocky B. but these Q&As man are rocking me, so again love it love it love it oh did you se he kind of knocked a little on that due a couple of days ago who was trying to pitch his sub idea to Stallone, I mean it was cool that he was on a career path in H-Wood and I didn't have a problem with it, and it wasn't really a knock, just a sly (ha!) piece of advice
Stallone's voice? by KarmicRelief	Dec 13th, 2006 08:54:23 PM
I hear the questions answered being sung in Frank Stallone's voice. Takes some getting used to...
GI FRIGGING JOE. by The-Warrior	Dec 13th, 2006 09:18:29 PM
Dear Sly, thank you for calling me puss-nuts. It is a moment I will always treasure. And thanks, Knowles, for selecting my question. The other question I had was -- back in the eighties, there was a who's who in GI Joe comic put out by Marvel. Rocky Balboa was listed as being on the Gi Joe team, then this whole thing ws retracted the next month. Whose amazingly bananas idea was this, who nixed it and what was the original concept? And does anybody else remember this, or I have just gone around the bend? Thank you. See you in Hell.
Lock-Up by The-Warrior	Dec 13th, 2006 09:28:40 PM
How come nobody talks about this? Demolition Man, a total shit festival gets a hundred questions, and this under-rated gem of a prison movie doesn't get any ink. Come on, Sly in a battle of will versus that monstrous Indian from Predator and the mud football game and James Evans from Good Times. What more do you want in a film? Really. I enjoyed this movie. I just wanted to say that. See You In Hell.
Victory. by The-Warrior	Dec 13th, 2006 09:30:52 PM
This film is the only thing in the history of soccer that isn't gay. Fine work, sir. See You In Hell.
Sly is the fucking man by The guy	Dec 13th, 2006 09:31:01 PM
I didn't think he would touch my question about that sleazy movie he made before Rocky, with a ten foot pole, but he answered it, even if it was indirectly. You're the best Sly!!!
"put any boxer in the octagon"; tough =/ who would win by coolguyaaron	Dec 13th, 2006 09:33:43 PM
He's talking about who has it tougher, not who would win in a fight. A mixed martial artist may beat a pure boxer. But when it comes down to the amount of punishment a boxer takes in a typical fight versus the much shorter UFC bouts, or the number of fights a boxer needed to endure before getting a real shot, there's no question which sport is "tougher".
Whatever happened to Rocky's turtles? by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 13th, 2006 09:50:56 PM
Don't those things live for like 80 years? Adrian dies....but the turtles should still be swimmin...
AK-47 did respond to Sly.... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 13th, 2006 09:56:08 PM
Check the Round 9&10 combo TB.
This would make a billion worldwide... by lettersoftransit	Dec 13th, 2006 10:00:29 PM
...if everybody could see it as I did yesterday, with Sly talking to the crowd afterward. The way you could see that Sly felt he and Rocky were somewhat in the same while he made this picture... it added a poignancy that really put it over.
Agree with cookguyaaron by veritasses	Dec 13th, 2006 10:16:39 PM
Joint lock submission holds are extremely painful but the pain subsides very quickly once the lock/hold is released (which is why in Aikido and Ju Jitsu, these techniques can be practiced over and over). Being knocked out by a “sleeper hold” is scary and potentially dangerous but it’s not painful per-se. Strikes in the UFC might do more damage because of the type of glove used, the different strikes that are possible (knees, elbows etc) and because the recipient of the blows might be pinned on his back but this is why the UFC fights are likely to end much more quickly then in a boxing match with far fewer blows delivered. Boxers have to endure hundreds of blows to the body and head for a very long period of time (3 minutes per round times 8, 10, 12 or 15 rounds vs (I think) 5 minute rounds times 3 rounds for UFC). The boxer has to take a very different type of long term, sustained punishment to the body and is thus (arguably) tougher. The UFC fighter will beat the boxer most of the time but the boxer probably has to be “tougher” in order to endure that type of constant punishment to his body and brain for the duration of his career. And this is probably even more so back in the days of Marciano and Sugar Ray Robinson which is what Stallone was referring to.
burning heart is on the radio right now by slappy jones	Dec 13th, 2006 10:19:54 PM
weird....
im so pissed by roccotheripper	Dec 13th, 2006 10:34:13 PM
some asshole ruined the fucking movie for me. oh well, still gonna see it
"standing in the valley of the skanks" by Mr. Nice Gaius	Dec 13th, 2006 10:52:08 PM
That is fried comedy gold!!! Sly, you're totally spoiling us here at AICN. Thanks again!
"standing in the valley of skanks" by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 13th, 2006 11:06:05 PM
Isn't that like, most public high school hallways these days?
Yackbacker by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 13th, 2006 11:07:27 PM
I hope Sly is still reading us. :) The TB for Round #12 was noticeably dry and boring. No geeking out too much, even if we are geeks, okay? :P
Damn, the man is CLASS... by JackPumpkinhead	Dec 13th, 2006 11:17:53 PM
Pure class. And entertainment. After these "rounds" I really want to see Balboa and am very curious about the Poe project...
theWarrior... by playahatersball	Dec 13th, 2006 11:24:40 PM
I remember the rocky?GIJoe comic thing too. There was actually a Rocky GIJoe figuremade, but (I belive) never released because of liscensing issues. Oh yeah, and all the ass-grabbery, sweaty pile-ons and tights in American football are 100% more homoerotic than anything in soccer. UFC has to be the gayest though.
20 Death Race Questions and Not One Flava Flav? by Doc Falken	Dec 13th, 2006 11:56:59 PM
Just one reaction about his past loves?
Lock-Up by DocPazuzu	Dec 14th, 2006 12:07:13 AM
Yeah, I'd like to hear some anecdotes from that shoot -- especially since we all know how fucking bugnuts Sonny Landham is in real life. The guy actually had a bodyguard on the set of Predator -- not to protect him, but to protect the other actors FROM him. How awesomely fucked-up is that?
Sly rocks by CoffeeAndCinema	Dec 14th, 2006 12:08:14 AM
That's all.
THAT talk-backer... by Seph_J	Dec 14th, 2006 12:19:08 AM
I wanna know who Stallone describes as a "certain vindictive turds that have thinly disguised agendas against me;… and the talk-backer knows who I’m talking about. " Interesting. Anyone care to enlighten me?
YackBacker - RAMBO CRICKET........... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 12:29:57 AM
I let him free two days ago. He can roam about now and start his own little cricket family. (or get eaten by a bird lol)
and... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 12:31:31 AM
did you just call me "GIBBY"??
KILLER CARD by awesomegeek	Dec 14th, 2006 12:43:56 AM
Sly was the Killer Card question on tonights "Show Me The Money". Of course, the lady didn't get it tho, and thusly, left empty handed. And, Mr. Stallone, if you're reading these.. Keep on keepin' on! Class Act, sir!
damn you, Jar Jar Binks by darthbinks1220	Dec 14th, 2006 12:58:35 AM
damn you, Jar Jar Binks
What, you haven't peaked yet? by Cyberfury	Dec 14th, 2006 01:05:06 AM
Pure bliss.. It's great to see Paulie again. We all have a Paulie somewhere in the family.
Rocky Balboa STILL unavailable on Fandango.... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 01:05:17 AM
That sucks, I can't see the available showtimes or if there are any midnight shows. However, ironically A Night at the Museum tickets are available for purchase. WTF....
Yo Sly, what about LaMotta? by darthbinks1220	Dec 14th, 2006 01:07:14 AM
Balboa is a cross between Marciano and Jake. The Raging Bull was a glutton for punishment. Also, is the Marie in Rocky Balboa the "screw you creepo" Marie from the '76 film? Rock ending up with her is a heck of a twist.
Astonishing, Sly is on a whole nother level by Daddylonghead	Dec 14th, 2006 01:11:00 AM
There is so much I hate about Hollywood, but Stallone is so funny and genuine. Plus his rags-to-riches stories of being a starving actor are inspiring. What a thoughtful guy, so glad there are some worthy individuals in tinseltown... compare Stallone's attitude to 99% of the douchebags out there (including indie filmmakers), it's amazing how down-to-earth he is, no arrogance or prissiness in sight.
One more thing, Sylvester by darthbinks1220	Dec 14th, 2006 01:13:00 AM
If Ali wasn't exiled from boxing during his prime years, would you still put Robinson ahead of him? Oh, and was Carl Weathers a running back for the Oakland Raiders prior to Rocky?
As a Charles Bronson mega-fan, by Daddylonghead	Dec 14th, 2006 01:16:18 AM
I wonder if Stallone ever met or had dealings with this icon of film toughness. As an individual, Bronson was kind of the anti-Stallone, in that he was very reserved, had no interaction with fans, and on sets mostly hung out with the crew; a very blue-collar "here to do a job" attitude. I have nothing but respect for Stallone, but I have to say that Bronson back in his physical prime (Cold Sweat or Hard Times) would probably get my nod for toughness... like Stallone, though, Bronson also serves as a great role model for a man remaining in top-flight physical condition long after many men have resigned themselves to middle-aged flab and weakness.
Stallone and Bronson are my dad's two favorite stars... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 01:29:31 AM
For my dad it has always been #1) Charles Bronson and #2)Stallone (with Arnold coming in close behind). My dad's a very frugal guy and lives at the office, doesnt really go to movies and stuff...but whenever a Bronson movie was released in theaters....he was THERE. Called Bronson "Old Chuck" since he basically watched his movies his whole life...when Bronson slowed down on his movie output, dad moved onto Stallone.
Rutger Hauer + Squid = he he he by Samson_K	Dec 14th, 2006 02:17:51 AM
I'm sure it's a typo and means squib but I just laughed when it said that Rutger Hauer was demented and had a squid placed on his torso and back flipped when it exploded. Anyway Sly is definitely the man!!!!
Sly, You I always thought you were cool... but now... by ronniepooch	Dec 14th, 2006 02:18:57 AM
you are beyond fucking cool!!!! Thanks so much for doing this man! Can this Q&A with you keep going on forever? -ron
We're like Stallone's online sidekicks here as he tours by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 02:31:13 AM
GO BATMAN GO!!
Legend by Brody77	Dec 14th, 2006 02:52:49 AM
Anyone else been reading these & praying for a Mick Foley sized autobiography from Stallone? I've always thought he was cool - even though my mate used to have a poster of him from the Rocky 3 era on his wall. Some of you may have seen this poster - Stallone after a workout, in red shorts, with what clearly looks like a semi!! (shudders) Scared the hell outta me, that semi seemed to follow you around the room! lol Why oh why must I wait til 20th Jan for Rocky in Scotland.
Damn you Michael Bay by MCMLXXVI	Dec 14th, 2006 03:03:03 AM
Damn you Michael Bay
Last urgent question by everstranger	Dec 14th, 2006 03:04:20 AM
I got one question for Sly and I think it's worth asking... Alright, in France (a remote country far far away...), the most popular satyrical show is a called the Guignols (7.50pm every evening), and it basically makes fun of everything with a good old French "humour" (evil Americans, friendly suicide bombers... Sacrebleu!). Here is when Sly comes in the picture: it started with the World Company, which is basically a kind of super lobby invented to represent whatever is pro America/Imperialism/greedy and manipulating... and the company's workers are all... clones of Sly !!! (named Monsieur Silvestre for the occasion). And now, everytime there is someone who seems to pull the strings of someone else (the Pope, Bush, Lobbies...), acting in the shadows with greedy intentions, he is embodied by Silvestre. How does Sly reacts to do that? what is it like to embody all the conspiracy theories/Imperialist ideas for millions of French? Looking forward to an answer (sorry if the question/post is so long...) PS: I love you Sly. Sea shells can't taste the same now...
everstranger by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 03:53:24 AM
That's fantastic! I moved to France recently but was completely unaware of this Monsieur Silvestre thing. Although I don't have a TV, so maybe that's why. It will be interesting to see Rocky Balboa with a French audience: will they cheer this symbol of imperialism? As for the man himself... I'm probably repeating what other folks have said here, but in the last two weeks I've gone from total ambivalence to really liking this guy. What an honest, funny, stand-up fella he is. And he answered a question from a Scot. Sly, you are indeed a sacred cow.
Les Guignols by Pacino86845	Dec 14th, 2006 04:00:08 AM
You can find them on DVD, but I don't think they're available with English subtitles... Great question, everstranger!
Le Commandant Sylvestre by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 04:05:05 AM
Fucking sweet. See SLy in Evil Imperial French Puppet Mode! http://www.guignols.com/sylves tre.htm
Typos by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 04:12:02 AM
Shouldn't be a space in the above link, sorry. In my defence these French keyboards are fucking nuts. So, Sly, would you consider guest-starring on this show, perhaps operating a puppet of your own likeness?
We need to get Sly, Don M, that mad Dave director and.. by Talkbacker with no name	Dec 14th, 2006 04:18:00 AM
Uwe Boll in an boxing tournament sponsored by AICN! Harry can be the Ref! ...AK47 can commentate.
See multiple puppet Stallones sing "We Fuck the World" by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 04:20:50 AM
In English with French subtitles. http://www.dailymotion.com/vis ited/search/world%2Bcompany/vi deo/xpsx2_guignols-de-linfo-we -fuck-the-world
Hey.. by mrfan	Dec 14th, 2006 05:16:57 AM
Thanks AICN and Sly for all this. This has been some entertaining stuff.
G.I.Joe & Rocky by ckane123	Dec 14th, 2006 06:37:26 AM
The negotiations fell through but the name was on a character list reference sheet that found its way into a G.I.Joe comic - the retraction was to correct the mistake. And now you know. And...
... by ckane123	Dec 14th, 2006 06:37:46 AM
KNOWING IS HALF THE BATTLE!
The politics of Rocky IV (a repost) by chrth	Dec 14th, 2006 06:57:02 AM
Since it came up in the questions, I'm going to repost something I wrote up about a month ago on this site since it boggles my mind how many people miss this point when they utter inanities such as "Rocky won the Cold War". "I'm surprised so many people misunderstand Rocky IV by chrth What the movie is showing is three distinct attitudes, and it's offering a criticism on two of them. The first is the Jingoistic Flashy American attitude exemplified by Apollo Creed (and James Brown). This attitude is style over substance, cockiness instead of confidence, and the inability to take an opponent--one who may be your equal--seriously. The fact that Apollo dies indicates the belief that this sort of attitude is wrong, and may be fatal to the practitioner. In other words, it's a slap in the face of America Fuck Yeah! attitudes (you listening, Toby Keith?). The second attitude is that displayed by Drago. This is a belief in science and technology that can build a better machine that will overcome all obstacles. It is unemotional, immovable, but ultimately can not match up with the third attitude. This third attitude is of industriousness and dedication, humility and ingenuity. It's equated with the land in Rocky's use of farm implements to train. The fact that he does this training in the Soviet Union demonstrates that such a mindset is possible for both nations (Rocky representing the US) and also ties into the original ideas of the strengths of the working class. If he can change (from the first attitude) and you can change (from the second attitude) then everyone can change (to the third attitude). That is what Rocky IV is all about. "
Good luck at the premiere Sly by kwisatzhaderach	Dec 14th, 2006 07:05:34 AM
Hope all goes well. On a side-note, at the time it was released Godfather III was sniffily praised by critics. Looking at it now it's like a masterpiece compared to the shit Hollywood is churning out.
Samson_K by abominate	Dec 14th, 2006 07:20:37 AM
He meant "squib," it's a little device that explodes fake blood to simulate a gunshot impact. But the idea of Rutger Hauer being attacked by a squid is amusing, too. Damn I loved his Roy Batty character in Blade Runner. That was his name, right? Roy? Anyhoo, thank you Sly. You and Rocky are the reason why I passed the Ohio bar exam.
This man is the real deal... by JRo	Dec 14th, 2006 07:40:32 AM
I never realized what a well-spoken, down-to-earth kinda guy he is. It's easy to picture him as the action hero caricature, but he's ALL CLASS. Hats off to you Mr. Stallone. I've enjoyed your movies for years, but I've only become a fan NOW. Thank you.
Weird Al by kingink123	Dec 14th, 2006 07:49:29 AM
Every time I think about the new rocky movie (which I can't wait to see!) I think about the Weird Al Eye of the Tiger parody: Theme From Rocky XIII (Rye And The Kaiser) Fat and weak, what a disgrace Guess the champ got too lazy Ain't gonna fly now, he's just takin' up space Sold his gloves, threw his eggs down the drain But he's no bum, he works down the street He bought the neighborhood deli Back on his feet, now he's choppin' up meat Come inside, maybe you'll hear him say Try the rye or the kaiser They're on special tonight If you want, you can have an appetizer You might like our salami and the liver's all right And they'd really go well with the rye Or the kaiser Never eats while on the job He heard it's good to stay hungry But he makes a pretty mean shish kabob Have a taste, they were made fresh today Try the rye or the kaiser or the wheat or the white Maybe I can suggest an appetizer Stay away from the tuna, it smells funny tonight But you just can't go wrong with the rye Or the kaiser So today, his deli comes first Still he dreams of his past days of glory Goes in the back and beats up on the liverwurst All the while you can still hear him say It's the rye or the kaiser, it's the thrill of one bite Let me please be your catering advisor If you want substitutions I won't put up a fight You can have your roast beef on the rye Or the kaiser The rye or the kaiser The rye or the kaiser The rye or the kaiser
IT'S OVER ROCK!!! by Alucinor	Dec 14th, 2006 08:04:22 AM
THAT'S BRISK BABY. I quote that commercial on a daily basis. Funny how all Stallone had to do was be himself and he wins back a legion of fans. It's bad that we feel Hollywood has lied to us so often with their fake, bullshit that a little honesty goes a long way. Not that I ever stopped liking Stallone... What do you want to bet that other actors try to answer questions like this in an attempt to sound down to earth. Fucking Hollywood. My Dad met Sir Stallone in Philly while filming in some random hotel. Said he was a nice guy.. I'm not one to think my pops is a lier.
darthbinks you JERK! by snomusic	Dec 14th, 2006 08:04:53 AM
No spoiler warning or anything! No one wants to know that Rocky finds another woman before seeing the movie! Oh I'm so ticked I haven't even finished the talkbacks - I had to vent. I'm so depressed...
Friend's House got burgled a while ago... by Jam Banjo	Dec 14th, 2006 08:07:32 AM
...and they took all his DVDs, as well as bunch of other stuff. One amusing sidenote is that despite the fact that he had the full Rocky boxset, they took the time to open it, remove Rocky V leave it in the house! I'm not having a go though Sly!!! This is the greatest feature I've ever seen on AICN, I'm recommending all my mates to come and have a look. Sly, man, you're one funny f*cker. Have to admit that whilst I've always loved Rocky - its ending was gloriously unexpected for me, (as most Sports films are about conclusively beating the bad team / guy in the end) I was probably going to wait to see Rocky Balboa on DVD, think I owe it to the big man now to take a trip to the cinema - if the movie is half as entertaining as some of these answers, I'll love it! Well thats my overlong contribution to this forum, if there's time for a question, mine is: Sly, If you could cast any actor from any time in one of your films, who would you pick? Cheers Dave, UK. PS don't go and watch Everton, they're shite, watch Liverpool instead!
Since you read these Sly.... by snomusic	Dec 14th, 2006 08:22:09 AM
I was wondering what your personal views were on God, Jesus etc. I'm sure Warrior saying "See you in Hell" wasn't indicative of him believing your going to Hell, but it made me wonder if you had any particular faith beyond in yourself. Though I'm not trying to force a stereotype but with Rocky going to the priest for a blessing and the fact that you are Italian, I'm suspecting Catholic...
That was a very solid analysis of Rocky IV, chrth. by Childe Roland	Dec 14th, 2006 08:38:54 AM
I'm right with you in your interpretation, but I've always layered in another element. I think Rocky went to the Soviet Union to train because, even as a potentially brain-damaged galoot, he knew that the only way to beat an opponent is to get inside his head. To understand where he comes from, what he wants and why he wants it. By going to Drago's homeland and essentially reforging himself there, he learned all of the things Drago had forgotten in allowing himself to be elevated above and removed from the people by science, technology AND politics. In essence, Rocky learned what it was to be hungry...in Russia. I've always been certain there was a deleted scene, somewhere, showing Rocky standing in a bread line.
Sly I had a question that Harry is afraid to ask by discostewart	Dec 14th, 2006 08:59:08 AM
i had a question about FIST but Harry seems to frightened to ask it you. Anthony Kiedis from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers played your son Kevin Kovak (as Cole Dammett. In his autobiography "Scar Tissue" he claims he came to your trailer to ask ifhe could go over his lines with you and that you looked at him laughed and said "get this kid outta here" and shut the door. I was wondering what your recollection if any of this event was, and what you now think of the chilli peppers all these years on. I think you will answer this question cause i dont think you have anything to hide. Couldhave been bad timing, anthony could have been being arrogant.
Beuarrrrrrrh by everstranger	Dec 14th, 2006 09:05:38 AM
I'm glad you folks discovered "We fuck the World", it's been a French classic for years. But I really wonder if Sly knew about that...
Childe Roland by chrth	Dec 14th, 2006 09:21:20 AM
I'm not sure about that. It seems to me that Drago has been so thoroughly transformed by the Soviet Athlete Machine that there would be no trace of whatever existed before. Although perhaps that is what we're seeing by Drago's attitude late in the match (I win for me! FOR ME!). Hmmm
That "for me" part was big for me, chrth. by Childe Roland	Dec 14th, 2006 10:21:52 AM
I think you're right about Drago having forgotten what he was and what might've driven him, as a young farmhand or factory worker, presumably, to enter the military and to become a fighter int he first place. Despite the trappings of communism and being constantly reassured that he was a cog in a larger machine, he hungered for something more for himself. He wanted glory and distinction. Naturally (or, more accurately, unnaturally) those desires and drivers were conditioned out of him, but Rocky so thoroughly embodied those same concepts (both in his own background and in the fundamental understanding he'd developed of how a younger Drago might've first aspired to rise above what and where he was) that Rocky reminded Drago of why he fought in the first place. Frankly, I think it would've been a better movie if the match had ended in a draw or even with Rocky losing but knowing he'd reawakened the man inside Drago's soulless machine.
Pics of sly with its lookalike muppet by Gorgomel	Dec 14th, 2006 10:22:32 AM
http://tinyurl.com/y4odug
We Fuck the World by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 10:27:01 AM
I was watching that clip and my French flatmates came in from the other room to sing along. I guess I have some cultural catching-up to do. What are the rules about using peoples' likenesses for satirical puppetry? Politicians are fair game, but I'm sure some celebrities have effectively copyrighted their own image, so they can't be unwittingly used to advertise stuff... maybe be associated with neo fascism also. Either way, Sly probably has a sense of humour about this so I don't think it's lawsuit time. Just wondering. DamnYouMichaelBay, I remember Spitting Image (just) but I thought it was only funny on occasion. The French have a different sense of humour, and you owe it to yourself to find footage of a comedian/musician trio called Les Inconnus. Utterly, utterly unfathomable.
Cheers Gorgomel! by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 10:29:57 AM
So he's actually met his puppet, which turns out to be shorter than him. What a guy. Gorgomel, I've spent half my day preoccupied with Sly puppets and you've brought the theme to a satisfactory conclusion. I thank you. I can now return to my life.
to Dick Nicely by Gorgomel	Dec 14th, 2006 10:38:22 AM
You're welcome. And regarding Les Inconnus, they made their own Stallone movie spoof. Check this out : http://tinyurl.com/talp3
Sly, you're like a Dad by antonphd	Dec 14th, 2006 10:41:03 AM
Don't take this wrong, not saying you are old, but, listening to you talk the last couple weeks and listening to you looking back and giving advice... it feels like listening to the world's coolest Dad. I think I'm really going to miss these when you're done. I think we've all kinda been feeling like we bonded with someone we'd already been emotionally invested in over so many great movies... now you just stepped off the silver screen and walked into our homes and shot the shit with us for 2 weeks straight. I'm ready to sign the adoption papers and you can be my new Dad. Cause you kick mother fucking ass man. And all you cynical fuckers, admit you are feeling the same thing. Sly is going to make a hole in AICN when he leaves these in a week. So sad. But it's great while it's happening.
Harry, send Sly a cup that says World's Greatest Actor by antonphd	Dec 14th, 2006 10:43:15 AM
From AICN and Fans Everywhere.
antonphd is so right by Doctor_Sin	Dec 14th, 2006 10:47:53 AM
This is the greatest moment in the history of AICN, possibly the Net. Sly could adopt me and I'd never ask for a cent. Just the chance to hang out. Admit it, you all feel man-love for Sly on some level right now.
"Both of you, go and see if I am on that mountain." by Dick Nicely	Dec 14th, 2006 10:52:51 AM
Great stuff. Ahhh, Les Inconnus. Sly as Jesus, the Power Rangers, the three policemen who are, above all, men... So, Gorgomel, instead of doing some actual work I'm now revisiting the demented back catalogue of these mad fuckers on YouTube. When I woke up this morning, I was cool.
SEPH_J by timmer33	Dec 14th, 2006 01:08:19 PM
Do you think Sly might have been referring to you? Since you insulted him pretty badly back in Round 3, and continue to come to every single talkback about him (despite the fact that you don't like him), he might just have aimed that one at you. What do you think? Seriously, if you don't like him, why do you read his questions and answers? DB
Dammit, BSB! by Childe Roland	Dec 14th, 2006 01:15:03 PM
Why'd you have to go and make a Brokeback reference? Now Gaius is going to point out how you can't seem to help slipping those into posts and the rest of us are going to have to deal with another "is he or isn't he that guy who got banned" thing. Besides, Stallone has made it clear he doesn't swing that way. I forget which round it was, but he claimed to be almost physically ill while showering with Kurt Russell. If such a healthy, normal reaction isn't the surest indicator of heterosexuality (without even a hint of sexual insecurity on the part of the nauseated), then I don't know what is. And could there be a more unquestionably manly movie than Staying Alive?
Awww, now you've gone and done it, BSB! by Mr. Nice Gaius	Dec 14th, 2006 01:21:24 PM
Ha! Don't worry, Childe Roland. I'll let that one slide...'tis the season and all. But you should ask BSB if he's enjoyed the Holocaust Conference in Tehran. Zinger!
That is one ugly Sly muppet.... by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 01:37:05 PM
There's no way that's a real Jim Henson created muppet. It's too ugly. Even the real Sly's expression sitting next to that thing is like...."Am I this ugly?"....
if sly is truly reading these.... by occula	Dec 14th, 2006 01:37:41 PM
then i KNOW he'll get a kick out of that little anecdote about the rocky boxed set getting ganked but rocky v getting left behind. that is classic. more funnies from mister stallone, please!
Dershowitz? More like Abraham Foxman. by Mr. Nice Gaius	Dec 14th, 2006 02:13:41 PM
It's a paradoxical stance those particular Neturai have taken considering they more than likely had relatives tatooed and/or slaughtered at the very concentration camps they claim never existed. But I will say no more on the subject = it leads to nowhere. Besides, PharteGodd has returned in the Underdog TB...
Mention on IESB... by idahomer	Dec 14th, 2006 02:33:00 PM
http://tinyurl.com/y3ug33. Hehe, Sly mentions the TBers and really going off on AK-47 (not by name). Also he does not think he will do Inglorious Bastards.
With the tagline... by abominate	Dec 14th, 2006 02:34:18 PM
...for Rocky Balboa being "It Ain't Over til it's Over," Sly shoulda re-used Frank's song from Stayin' Alive, "Far From Over." And he shoulda had that Dan guy who sang "Long Road" from First Blood do something. Like just appear in the background anywhere in the flick, singing it into a mic, like that dude who sang the Love Boat theme outside the prison in "Airplane 2." He could be the lounge guy in Rocky's restaurant, as people stir their linguini: "It's a looong road, when you're on your oooown, and it hurts..."
BringingSexyBack by Mr. Nice Gaius	Dec 14th, 2006 03:07:02 PM
I highly doubt Don Murphy is stalking me. However, all of AICN should band together against his stooge that is our common foe. "ass rape". Now, that's 2...count them...2 BBCB references in this TB. You're slipping. ;)
Childe... by WatchtheWatcher	Dec 14th, 2006 03:09:01 PM
In Sly's shooting script for "Rocky IV" (which is infinitely better than the finished music video--er film), Rocky goes to Siberia to train because Americans keeps bugging him over here and he can't concetrate on the training (People show up with banners reading "Don't bomb, send Rocky", etc). Adrian does not utter the totally out-of-character "You can't win!" (in fact her whole attitude is "I'm against this, but you gotta do what you gotta do"). So that's why Rocky goes to Russia... I've no idea if it was actually filmed and then cut out, because the script is like a 2 1/2 hour movie. But I can tell you this: Stu Nahan and Tony Burton said they came out of "Rocky IV" crying... because it was not the movie that they had shot.
These have been phenomenal... by colematthews	Dec 14th, 2006 03:18:33 PM
It's too bad that no one else can do one without looking like a poseur, because I would love to see this become a regular installment. Like, a person of the month, with articles relating to that person, and a Q/A, leading up to the release of their new film. Ben Affleck is someone who has been both adored and shit upon, but is still pretty fucking cool, and definitely smart/witty enough to have fun with this. Plus, Smokin' Aces comes out in what, February? Seems like good timing to me.
Has anyone asked Sly if he met by Lando Griffin	Dec 14th, 2006 03:55:34 PM
Demon Dave through Sage?
Was Sly's #1 response an indirect response to moto? by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 04:00:21 PM
Moto posted his story summary here for comment. I wonder if Sly's comments in response to question #1 was gentle advice in response to his proposal. Sly is a Producer, too.
BringingSexyBack by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 04:04:32 PM
I wasn't sure that he would, but I am not suprised Mr. Stallone read the first few Talkbacks. I mean, this is probably the first time he's done anything like this....and after the first few reponses were posted up, it is natural for him to be curious as to what people have to say about it. (I doubt he is reading now, 2 weeks later, though.) He is in the middle of promoting Rocky Balboa, and while reading the first few TBs he sees AK-47 trashing it. Being this is the first time Stallone is doing this, it is natural for him to want to respond. He's a person, too. BTW, I bought the Rocky Collector's Edition today. How come no one told me this was coming out!!
What if AK47 = Sylvester Stallone? by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 04:50:28 PM
Reverse psychology. Mind games. After seeing that we were behind him he installs this negative character to enhance our passion for him and the movie. Genious.
RAQ's by Cult Exiter	Dec 14th, 2006 05:04:46 PM
Those who read Sly's answers and talk back regarding (or not) these RAQ's (rarely asked questions), and yet don't like the man and his films... might be angry+gay and/or just vomiting out of jealousy, because of his strenght of personality, creativity, or manly voice, even. It's amazing how common it is, that it only takes 1 cool thing about someone, to make someone else somewhere jealous - and then roll a dice to see if that sob comes spitting like a troll without Saruman's orders. Mr. S.S. has cool score of more than 3, so... You vomiters, take your prozac and fall asleep - and wake up somewhere else.
sly's secretary (personal assistant) by troutpencil	Dec 14th, 2006 05:34:50 PM
Is probably going to sue him for making her write about porn.
Gotta say..... by Doc_Strange	Dec 14th, 2006 06:59:35 PM
These Q&A's with Sly are pretty much legendary here in AICN. I really look forward to Sly's insights into his career and in Hollywood in general. I hope after all this is over someone puts the whole series onto a separate site or a pdf file. This stuff is priceless.
The GI Joe Mystery of Rocky Balboa by Pete_Da_Geek	Dec 14th, 2006 07:16:37 PM
Just so you know...I sorta looked into this awhile back. Something happened with the Rocky rights or something between Hasbro and the studios or something, I can't remember (and bet if I looked into it I could find it). What did happen is the figure WAS released, in some form, as Big Boa- Now a Cobra character. He came with boxing gloves and like a bag and things...they just redid the figure. I don't remember why it was scratched exactly, just remember it was scratched and then issed in part as the Big Boa figure.
Rambo IV NO Violence? by SlyExtreme	Dec 14th, 2006 08:08:17 PM
Hi Sly. Ive been a very big fan of yours for alot of years now and am defently looking forward to when rocky 6 drops over here in Australia. I do however have some questions about the upcoming new rambo movie. I have read alot about whats happening over there in thailand and how they have toned down the violence. I think this could very much hurt the movie in alot of ways. Rocky 6 has created such a buzz and hasnt been released yet, this will pave the way for Rambo IV and peoples expectations very soon. Do you think Thailand will negatively impact on this movie by taking out alot of the violence and action? Would filming outside Thailand be a better idea when filming does commence? This could very well hurt the Rambo triology if not done right and rambo 4 could be the next rocky 5.
I agree with SlyExtreme by Neo Zeed	Dec 14th, 2006 09:03:19 PM
Rambo 3 was an alright capper to the series...even if it wasn't all that. I'd hate for Rambo to wimp out in a fourth sequel.
Rambo won't wimp out. by GibsonUSA Returns	Dec 14th, 2006 10:02:23 PM
Why would Sly make a PG13 Rambo? He may be a star but he still has SOME touch with reality. They don't need to shoot in Thailand...they can just shoot somewhere else representing Thailand, or forget that place altogether. What I'm worried about is that he'll be with a team this time. I don't mind a team with Rambo....as long as the team more resembles Predator and less Blade III.
HOLY SHIZNIT!!! by armtv	Dec 15th, 2006 12:50:21 AM
I just got back from an early screening of RB in a San Diego theatre tonight. Wow. First let me say this. There were atleast four times as much people in line then could fit in the theatre. They had to turn people away. Many Many. Luckily for me I got it. The only sad thing about this experiences was the fact that there were no freaking trailers. :( Anyways the movie starts and you can hear the audience really getting into the opening sequence. I won't spoiler here but this movie freaking rocks and I hope it makes a ton of money. YOu can tell Sly poured his heart and soul into this thing. You can't help but see the parallels to the rocky story and Sly's career. All I gotta say is OLD DOG PUNCHY!! My favorite scene that literally brought me to tears was the scene between Rocky and his son when Rocky confronts him about fighting again. This is downright gutwrenching reality and I can't help but think there is some truth to this when it comes to celebrities and their children. This could be my favorite Stallone movie ever...not just Rocky. Thanks for one last hurrah!!! Rocky!! Rocky!! Rocky!!! fade to black. Gary Roberts ARM TV (GOOGLE IT)ARMWRESTLING!!!!
OH...ONE MORE THING by armtv	Dec 15th, 2006 01:00:28 AM
I can not remember the last movie that I went to that I wasn't bored to hell during all the story set up...before the action. Until now. All of the build up to the final means something and you'll even laugh along the way. Great Great Stuff. Paulie is the best. Thanks for staying true to the character and not getting too Politically correct. (I have a background in the restaraunt biz and the few lines about the kitchen IS SOO FREAKING FUNNY) Thanks. I do wish you could answer this question. How much money did Golden Palace.com have to pay for the product placement!!! Just curious. HBO and GP got hooked up!!

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