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Sly
2023 97 min United States of America R 12+
★7.2
Documentary
Director: Thom Zimny
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Description
His love of film began as an escape from a rocky childhood. From underdog to Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone tells his story in this documentary.
Starring
Sylvester Stallone
Actor
Frank Stallone
Actor
John Herzfeld
Actor
Awards
2 nominations total
Key opinion
Sly is a well-crafted, informative documentary that provides a comprehensive look at Sylvester Stallone's career trajectory and his evolution as an artist. While some find the film overly polished or emotionally guarded, it succeeds as an engaging retrospective for both casual viewers and devoted fans of his iconic franchises.
| Originality | Extensive archival footage and backstage access offer fans a wealth of previously unknown details about his filmmaking process. | |
| Theme | The narrative effectively grounds Stallone's global success in his humble, often difficult upbringing and early career struggles. | |
| Direction | The film strikes a balance between professional analysis, featuring insights from peers like Schwarzenegger and Tarantino, and personal reflection. | |
| Emotion | The documentary’s tone divides opinion: some praise its tastefulness and positive framing, while others feel it prioritizes career milestones over raw personal transparency. |