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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 18, 2026

Vancouver Film Festival Announces Audience Award Winners

Peter Farrelly’s biographical drama “I Play Rocky” has won the Audience Award in the Galas & Special Presentations category at the 2026 Vancouver International Film Festival. The film chronicles Sylvester Stallone's remarkable underdog journey to make and star in the iconic 1976 boxing movie. Alongside Farrelly's feature, several other acclaimed titles secured audience honors across various festival sections. Banchi Hanuse’s documentary “Ceremony” triumphed in the Showcase category, highlighting the Nuxalk Nation's fight to protect culturally significant fish populations.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 17, 2026

‘I Play Rocky’ Surprise Screens at London Film Festival

Peter Farrelly's biographical drama 'I Play Rocky' served as the surprise screening at the London Film Festival. The film chronicles the creation of Sylvester Stallone's iconic boxing franchise. Director Peter Farrelly introduced the movie, praising newcomer Anthony Ippolito for his standout performance portraying a young Stallone.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

Anthony Ippolito on Starring in 'I Play Rocky' and Hollywood's Future

Anthony Ippolito stars in the upcoming film "I Play Rocky," capturing the determination of a young Sylvester Stallone fighting for his dream. To win the role, Ippolito went to extreme lengths, including rigorous physical training and submitting an uninvited audition tape. The actor discusses his journey from a childhood baseball prodigy to landing significant roles, such as playing Al Pacino in "The Offer." His dedication to the Stallone biopic reflects the film's core theme of perseverance against all odds.

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