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Sunday, April 27, 2008

First Blood Exclusive

On May 15th at 7:30 p.m. at select theaters nationwide, Stallone fans will be able to see a special showing of "First Blood." Then, following the film, the alternate ending (where Rambo dies) will be shown for the first time ever in theatres. Then to top off this one night event an exclusive, never-before-seen interview with Sylvester Stallone [who will discuss all of the Rambo films] will be screened. For full details, click HERE. - Craig

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Rambo Lands @ SPIKE TV

Spike TV has purchased the exclusive rights to all four Rambo films. According to the press release:

"Rambo: First Blood" launches on Spike Saturday, May 24 at 9:00pm ET/PT featuring decorated Vietnam veteran John Rambo, who is abused by a small town's police force and proceeds to launch a one man war with it. "Rambo: First Blood Part II" will begin its run on Spike in January 2010, and follows Rambo on his journey back to Vietnam to free American POWs. In March 2011, Rambo III will launch on Spike as Rambo's Vietnam commanding officer Colonel Trautman (Richard Crenna) is held hostage in Afghanistan, and it's up to Rambo to rescue him.

You can read the full article HERE. Thanks for the tip to SZoner, Joe Petitto - Craig

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Sunday, March 23, 2008

One More Again?

Reports have been circulating over the internet that Sly not only plans to bring Rambo back for another film, but also intends to take him into a new genre. According to an interview in BreakingNews.ie, a newspaper in Sweden, Sly said, "I would like to take Rambo to another genre, experiment a little with the character... It would definitely not be another war movie. I can't go any further with that than what I've already done. What it's going to be like, I'm not going to reveal at this point. But I'm already halfway though writing the manuscript."

Other reports indicate that sets are already being put into place for filming in Bulgaria on what would be the fifth Rambo outing.

Please remember that these are just rumors at this point. - Craig

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Monday, February 18, 2008

Digital Spy Scores

The Digital Spy has posted up two items of interest to Stallone fans.

In the first, Sly defends the level of violence in "Rambo" saying, "As horrific and bloody as you think the film is, I don't, because that's what war is." He goes on to add, "Gratuitous violence is a guy dressed up in a fright wig with a meat cleaver chasing ten teenagers around the woods for ten hours. That's gratuitous, this [
Rambo] is war. And civil war is by far the most vicious of all wars." Click HERE to read the full post.

In the second Sly discusses the film that bothered him the most: "I think the biggest mistake I ever made was with the sloppy handling of
Judge Dredd. I thought that could have been a fantastic, nihilistic, interesting vision of the future - judge, jury and executioner. That [film] really bothered me a great deal." Sly goes on to talk about characters that he'd like to re-visit: "I think Cobra could have been kind of interesting on a certain level only because I always saw him as Bruce Springsteen with a badge! That character would've been nice to go back to." Sly also "added that he wouldn't mind going to see if Sheriff Freddy Heflin, the character he played in James Mangold's Cop Land, 'lived happily ever after'." For the full piece click HERE.

Sly opens the door for some very interesting possibilities. Especially if Mangold joined him. - Craig

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Myanmar Bans Rambo

Police in military-run Myanmar have banned DVD vendors from selling the new "Rambo" film, starring US actor Sylvester Stallone, seen here. (AFP/Filippo Monteforte)

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Sunday, February 17, 2008

Sly & British Cast Mates

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone arrives with actors British actors Matthew Marsden, left, and Graham McTavish, right, for the premiere of 'Rambo' at Leicester Square in London, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008. The film is written and directed by Sylvester Stallone. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

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The Fans Come Out

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for the gala celebrity premiere of 'Rambo' at Leicester Square in London, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008. The film is written and directed by Sylvester Stallone. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

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Classic Pose

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for the British premiere of "Rambo" in London's Leicester Square February 12, 2008. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN)

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Red Carpet Welcome

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone waves as he arrives for the British premiere of "Rambo" in London's Leicester Square February 12, 2008. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN)

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Londoners Love Sly

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone signs autographs for fans as he arrives for the British premiere of "Rambo" in London's Leicester Square February 12, 2008. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN)

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Sly Arrives

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for the British premiere of "Rambo" in London's Leicester Square February 12, 2008. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN)

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Sly in London

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone waves as he arrives for the British premiere of "Rambo" in London's Leicester Square February 12, 2008. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN)

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Sunday, February 10, 2008

EW: The Rambo Connection

The February 8, 2008 issue of Entertainment Weekly takes a look at the "Rambo Connection." You can read the entire article HERE. - Craig

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EW: "Rambo: There Will Be Blood"

The February 15, 2008 issue of Entertainment Weekly posts a look at "Rambo" which you can read HERE. - Craig

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Monday, February 4, 2008

Sly Arrives @ Paris Premiere

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone arrives at the premiere of his latest film John Rambo, in Paris, on Monday, Feb. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

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Paris Premiere

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone greets fans before the premiere of his latest film John Rambo, in Paris, Monday, Feb. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

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Sunday, February 3, 2008

David Morrell Reviews Rambo

David Morrell is the best selling author who created the character of Rambo in his novel First Blood. Although it was never his intent for Rambo to live past that tale, Mr. Morrell was involved with the production and wrote novelizations for Rambo II and Rambo III. In between and after Mr. Morrell went on to write many more excellent novels in several genres. He is definitely not a one trick pony. So I was disappointed when I learned that he wouldn't be involved in the production of "Rambo."

After seeing "Rambo" I was pleased to note that David Morrell prominently received credit [twice] for creating the character . Still, I wondered what Mr. Morrell thought about the new movie. I hoped he enjoyed it. He did. In fact you can read his review here. [And for those of you who wondered about my review -- Mr. Morrell summed it up for me better than I could.] Now if only David Morrell would write a novelization of "Rambo" or even other stories... - Craig

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SZoner Premiere Photos

Hello Craig. Randy Rousseau here. We had a great time at the Rambo Premiere. I went with my father and Paul Wintner and his friend Mark. All Paul wanted was to get to meet Sly and maybe get a picture and have him sign his Rambo sheath. Well, mission done. I think he already sent you the photos but here are a few more. enjoy. Not only did We get Pauly's picture with the man, he was able to talked with him a while too.

P.S. check out the custom Rambo carpet!!!!!!!!







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Rambo in Spain


Hello Craig,

Last week I was in Spain for a holiday. I was in the shopping center Miramar in a place called Fuengirola (near Malaga) when I saw this cool stand for the John Rambo movie at the cinema. Really cool! Maybe you can use this for your great Stallone website?
Regards,
Hein
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Hein, thanks for sharing! - Craig

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SZoner @ Rambo Premiere

Katy writes:

Hi Craig.

I wrote to you some time ago about the premiere. I'm also a super fan and did research and made it to Vegas for the red carpet!! They gave away a plethora of Rambo souvenirs (Including Rambo cookies) which were all free and fantastic! I'm thrilled that i saw my idol. I never expected I would do so.

Since people were sending their pics in I would be honored to be shown in my old school Rambo shirt at the premiere and am sending my pic of Sly too!

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Sly in Paris

U.S. actor Sylvester Stallone waves to fans at the Planet Hollywood restaurant in Disneyland Paris, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008. Stallone is in Paris to promote his latest film, 'Rambo.' (AP Photo/Remy de la Mauviniere, Pool)

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Rambo Tribute


US actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall for his new film John Rambo on 28 January 2008. Hundreds of Myanmar residents in Singapore have planned a unique tribute to victims of last September's crackdown in their homeland -- a weekend screening of the new "Rambo" movie. (AFP/File/Philippe Desmazes)

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Rambo vs Junta

Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Police in Myanmar have given DVD hawkers strict orders not to stock the new Rambo movie, which features the Vietnam War veteran taking on the former Burma's ruling military junta, a Yangon resident told Reuters on Friday. REUTERS/Susana Vera

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Rambo Barred From Myanmar

Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie 'Rambo' in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. Police in Myanmar have given DVD hawkers strict orders not to stock the new Rambo movie, which features the Vietnam War veteran taking on the former Burma's ruling military junta, a Yangon resident told Reuters on Friday. (Susana Vera/Reuters)

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Sly Speaks

Actor Silvester Stallone speaks during the presentation of his new movie 'Rambo' at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, in Madrid, Monday, in this Jan. 28, 2008 file photo. Stallone said Saturday, Feb. 2, that the movie is inspiring real-life opponents of Myanmar's ruling military junta — and prompting a government backlash in the Asian nation. (AP Photo/Daniel Ochoa de Olza)

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Wednesday, January 30, 2008

But You Don't Have to Call Me Silvester

Actor Sylvester Stallone (R) holds a shirt with his name as he poses beside soccer team Real Madrid's president Ramon Calderon at Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid January 28, 2008. REUTERS/Alejandro Gonzalez/Real Madrid/Handout (SPAIN). EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS.

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Or You Can Call Me Sylvester

U.S. actor Silvester Stallone poses during the presentation of the movie 'Rambo' at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, in Madrid, Monday, Jan. 28, 2008.


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Call Me Sly

U.S. actor Silvester Stallone poses during the presentation of the movie 'Rambo' at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, in Madrid, Monday, Jan. 28, 2008. (AP Photo/Daniel Ochoa de Olza)

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This Much

U.S. actor Silvester Stallone poses during the presentation of the movie 'Rambo' at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, in Madrid, Monday, Jan. 28, 2008. (AP Photo/Daniel Ochoa de Olza)

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Hi There

Actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Hi

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Big Wave

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Sly in Madrid

Actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Hello

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Thumbs Up

Actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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More Madrid

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Stallone Poses

Actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Stallone Waves

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Madrid 3

Actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Stallone Poses

Actor Sylvester Stallone poses during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Sly in Spain

Actor Sylvester Stallone waves during a photocall to promote the movie "Rambo" in Madrid January 28, 2008. Stallone stars in this film which he also wrote and directed. REUTERS/Susana Vera (SPAIN)

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Sly Arrives

Actor/director Sylvester Stallone (R) arrives at the world premiere of the movie Rambo in Las Vegas, January 24. An iconic action-hero of the 1980s whose rise coincided with the waning years of the Cold War, John Rambo's return is proof that in Hollywood, old soldiers never die -- they just make sequels. (AFP/Getty Images/File/Ethan Miller)

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Sly @ PH Vegas

Actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for the movie premiere of 'Rambo' at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, January 24, 2008. (Steve Marcus/Reuters)



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Monday, January 28, 2008

Sly, Reynaldo, Julie & Matthew

Actor Reynaldo Gallegos, actor/director Sylvester Stallone, actress Julie Benz and actor Matthew Marsden (L-R) arrive at the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Jennifer & Scarlet

Jennifer Flavin, wife of Sylvester Stallone, poses with their daughter Scarlet Rose at the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. Stallone wrote, directed and starred in the movie. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Jennifer @ Rambo Premiere

Jennifer Flavin, wife of Sylvester Stallone, arrives for the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. Stallone wrote, directed and starred in the movie. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Rambo Cast Two

Actors (L-R) Tim Kang, Jake La Botz and Reynaldo Gallegos, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, actress Julie Benz, actor/director Sylvester Stallone, and actors Matthew Marsden and Graham McTavish pose at the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Rambo Cast

Actors (L-R) Tim Kang, Jake La Botz and Reynaldo Gallegos, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, actress Julie Benz, actor/director Sylvester Stallone, and actors Matthew Marsden and Graham McTavish arrive for the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Rambo & The Governator

California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (L) and actor Sylvester Stallone arrive for the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Sly & Arnold Joke

Actor Sylvester Stallone (R) jokes with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger as they arrive for the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)

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Sly Arrives

Actor Sylvester Stallone arrives for the movie premiere of "Rambo" at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada January 24, 2008. REUTERS/Steve Marcus (UNITED STATES)


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SZ Exclusve Report: Rambo Premiere

SZoner, SlyStalloneFan sent in these pictures and the report that follows:

I just got back from the Red Carpet Premiere of RAMBO in Las Vegas. I had such a great time there and was honored to see Sly "my idol" again. I had the chance to see many of the stars playing in the Rambo film including, Julie Benz, Matthew Marsden, Graham Mctavish, Jake La Botz and others. I also saw Jason Bigs, Jenna Jameson and Tito Ortiz. Then the TERMINATOR himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger, was there. I totally did not expect to see him but it was really great. And of course the main man himself Sylvester Stallone. Stallone was really nice to the crowd. He answered a lot of questions and took his time with the press. He was in incredible shape and so was his beautiful wife Jennifer Flavin. Anyway, thats just a little story of me being at the Rambo Premiere. I hope you like the pictures.
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Thanks to SlyStallone Fan for the great report and photos!! - Craig







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Odds Against Rambo

Sly talks about the odds against getting Rambo made HERE at SkyNews. [Thanks to Justin West for the link.] - Craig

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