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Deep Dive: Sly (2023)

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Sly
Sly is a documentary about Sylvester Stallone's life and career, directed by Thom Zimny. It covers Stallone's rough childhood in Manhattan, his struggles as an actor, and his rise to fame as a filmmaker and star of major Hollywood franchises like Rocky and Rambo. The film includes a mix of personal footage, childhood photos, and scenes from his films, providing a comprehensive look at his nearly 50-year career. The documentary features interviews with notable figures such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Frank Stallone, Henry Winkler, Talia Shire, John Herzfeld, Wesley Morris, and Quentin Tarantino. It premiered as the closing night film at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 16, 2023, and was released on Netflix on November 3, 2023.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Sylvester Stallone's personal story
  • •See interviews with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Quentin Tarantino
  • •Find out about his iconic roles in Rocky and Rambo

Did You Know

•The film was announced on June 30, 2023.
•Sly premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 16, 2023.
•81% of 54 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
•The film has a Metacritic score of 62 out of 100 based on 17 critics.

Perfect For

Sylvester Stallone fansDocumentary enthusiastsHollywood history buffs