The New Movie About Making Rocky Is Actually Amazing
- Why people are cheering for ‘I Play Rocky.’
- The 1970s vibe we can’t get enough of.
- A look at Sylvester Stallone’s real-life struggle.
Finally, some news that makes us want to run up some stairs! We just heard the first reactions to ‘I Play Rocky’ from the Toronto Film Festival. It is a biopic about how Sylvester Stallone made the original movie happen. Talk about a total underdog story.
As art grads, we are obsessed with the vibe of this film. It has a gritty, 1970s aesthetic that feels so real. Think warm grain, faded colors, and a lot of heart. It looks like a moving painting of old-school Hollywood.
Speaking of drama, we’ve been tracking other big stories too. Have you checked out what happened with Karan Wahi and Uditi Singh lately? Or the wild news about the Jimmy Kimmel interview hoax? Hollywood is full of surprises this week.
Director Peter Farrelly really captures the hustle. Stallone wasn’t a star yet. He was just a guy with a script and a dream. Watching that struggle on screen is super moving. It is honestly just as inspiring as the first Rocky film itself.
Not every project gets a happy ending, though. We were sad to see Peacock cancel M.I.A. after only one season. It makes you realize how hard it is to actually get a hit made in this business.
Our Take
Sucheta and I think this is a must-watch for anyone who creates things. The visual style is stunning. It shows that the journey of making art is often more exciting than the finished product. We love a good comeback story. This one hits all the right notes.
