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The 1993 classic Cliffhanger is being rebooted, with Stallone reprising his role as mountain climber Gabe Walker

Josephine Hall on June 5, 2023

Get ready to soar to new heights with Gabe Walker as Sylvester Stallone reprise his role in the reboot of the 1993 action thriller Cliffhanger.

The film, which is directed by Ric Roman Waugh and produced by Neal H. Moritz and Toby Jaffe, promises to deliver the same adrenaline-pumping excitement and action that will keep you on the edge of your seat as the original.

Gabe Walker, played by Sylvester Stallone, is a mountain climber and rescue ranger who becomes involved in a heist with a group of criminals from all over the world. These criminals lose their $100 million when their plane crashes in the Rocky Mountains, putting Walker and his team in danger. In addition to Janine Turner, Michael Rooker, Rex Linn, and John Lithgow as a memorable and over-the-top villain, Renny Harlin directed the 1993 film.

Fans of the original movie are thrilled at the news of the reboot and can’t wait to see Stallone return to his legendary role. The actor has a lengthy history of portraying tough and tenacious characters. He is best recognized for his work in action films like Rambo and The Expendables. Stallone’s portrayal of the tough mountain climber Gabe Walker is no exception, and it contributed to the actor’s success as an action movie star.

The remaining actors have not yet been revealed, but the new movie promises to have an ensemble cast. Fans can rest assured, however, that the film is in good hands because the production team includes some of the biggest names in the business.

Filmmaker Ric Roman Waugh, who recently dealt with Heavenly messenger Has Fallen and Greenland, has experience coordinating high-stakes activity arrangements and makes certain to carry his own novel style to the film. Fans hope for a fresh take on the story while maintaining the same sense of adventure and adrenaline that made the original so beloved in the script by Mark Bianculli, which is also highly anticipated.

With production underway, fans are eagerly waiting for more news and updates about the film. As Stallone himself said in a statement, “I’m excited to be back on Mount Everest and thrilled to be working with this incredible team”. For fans of the original, it’s an exciting time as Gabe Walker is set to scale new heights once again.

New Heights for the Franchise

The film, which stars Stallone in the lead role of Gabe Walker, follows the story of a mountain climber who becomes entangled in a heist involving a group of international criminals.

Director Ric Roman Waugh expressed his enthusiasm for the project in a statement, stating that Cliffhanger was one of his favorite action films growing up. Waugh has a wealth of experience directing high-stakes action sequences, having worked on films like Angel Has Fallen and Greenland. He’s excited to be at the helm of the new Cliffhanger, and is looking forward to the challenge of taking the franchise to new heights.

Producer Neal H. Moritz echoed Waugh’s sentiments, saying that he’s thrilled to be working with Stallone and Waugh to continue the story of Gabe Walker. He’s also excited to introduce this legendary story to a new generation of filmgoers around the world.

Stallone is no stranger to the action genre, having starred in several of the most critically acclaimed films of the 80s and 90s, including the Rocky and Rambo franchises. He’s also been involved in more recent projects like The Expendables and The Suicide Squad. Stallone is looking forward to revisiting the role of Gabe Walker and bringing his signature toughness and resilience to the character.

The upcoming reboot promises to be an action-packed thrill ride, with a talented team of filmmakers at the helm. Fans of the original are excited to see what new heights the franchise will reach, while newcomers to the story are sure to be drawn in by the combination of stunning visuals and heart-pumping action.

As the film heads into production, fans around the world are eagerly anticipating more news and updates about the project. With Stallone, Waugh, and Moritz at the helm, Cliffhanger is sure to be an unforgettable cinematic experience that will thrill audiences for years to come.

Sylvester Stallone

Stallone is a legendary actor, writer, and director, known for his iconic roles in the Rocky and Rambo film franchises. He has cemented his place in Hollywood history as one of the most recognizable and beloved action stars of all time, with a career that has spanned more than five decades.

Born on July 6, 1946, in New York City, Stallone had a difficult childhood. He suffered from a birth complication that left him with a partially paralyzed face, which he has since turned into a trademark. He was also frequently bullied in school, but found solace in writing and acting. He attended the American College of Switzerland before returning to the US to pursue his passion for acting.

Stallone’s breakthrough came in 1976 when he wrote and starred in the classic boxing film, Rocky. The film won three Oscars, including Best Picture, and launched Stallone to stardom. He went on to star in several successful sequels, including Rocky II, III, IV, V, and the recent Creed films.

In addition to the Rocky franchise, Stallone also created another iconic character, John Rambo, in the 1982 film, First Blood. The film spawned several sequels, and solidified Stallone’s status as an action movie superstar.

Stallone has also appeared in a wide range of other films throughout his career, including comedies like Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot, and dramas like Cop Land. He has earned numerous accolades for his work, including Academy Award nominations for Rocky and Creed, as well as a Golden Globe win for the first Rocky film.

In addition to his work in front of the camera, Stallone has also dabbled in writing and directing. He wrote and directed several of the Rocky films, as well as the film Staying Alive. He also wrote and directed the 2010 action film, The Expendables, which starred a cast of action legends, including Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis, and Jet Li.

Stallone’s influence on the action genre cannot be overstated. He has inspired countless actors and filmmakers, and his films continue to be beloved by fans around the world. He has become a symbol of perseverance and toughness, both on and off the screen.

At 76 years old, Stallone shows no signs of slowing down. He continues to work on new projects, such as the upcoming reboot of Cliffhanger. Fans worldwide eagerly anticipate his next moves, and eagerly await the next chapter in his legendary career.

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Sylvester Stallone Discusses Arnold Schwarzenegger Feud

Margaret Wilson on November 21, 2022

Arnold Schwarzenegger almost took a blow out on Sylvester Stallone burgeoning career in the 1990s, the 76-year-old actor said.

The action star explained his years of clashes with Schwarzenegger in the industry. It began when Stallone claimed that Schwarzenegger lured him into a role with Estelle Getty in the widely criticized 1992 comedy Stop! Or My Mother Will Shoot.

“We couldn’t stand to be in the same galaxy together for a while,” Stallone stated. He recently appeared on Friday in the UK’s long standing ITV talk series The Jonathan Ross Show. “We truly, truly loathed each other.”

He added: “He’s quite clever. He goes around town saying, ‘I can’t wait to do this film.’ I got to my agent, ‘Get that thing away from him. Get people options on me.’ I got it, and I said, ‘What a piece of s— this is.’ He goes, ‘Ha ha ha!’ At least I wasn’t pregnant in a film, Arnold. We’re even.”

In another Fox & Friends interview, the star addressed the situation.

“Schwarzenegger tricked me to do that piece of junk,” Stallone stated of the film. “That’s one of those things that you go, ‘Why am I in this?’ There’s a scene they say, ‘Would you mind wearing diapers?’ I’m going to kill Arnold. I am going to find him and track him.”

As many may remember, Stallone starred as a police sergeant whose pompous mother (Getty) interferes in his professional life.

Schwarzenegger a “Prankster”

Moreover, he called his Hollywood rival a “prankster” who made him think he “desperately” wanted to get involved with Stop!

“And I go, ‘Well, I’m not going to let that happen,’” Stallone stated. “So, I snatch it. I said, ‘I want this film desperately.’ And once I got it, I realized, ‘I’m in such a turkey, and it’s not even Thanksgiving – it’s not even Thanksgiving, folks.’”

While the film garnered negative reviews from critics, it ended up working for Stallone and Schwarzenegger. Twenty-four years later, Stallone received his third Oscar nomination for his contribution to the 2015 drama Creed.

Schwarzenegger, meanwhile, won a seat in government in 2003, becoming California’s 38th governor.

Stallone Films

The action star earned his first critical acclaim in The Lords of Flatbush as Stanley Rosiello. Afterward, he worked as an extra or side character in movies with a considerable budget until his limelight debut.

In 1976, he started to gain traction as an actor and screenwriter with the character Rocky Balboa in the first installment of the highly acclaimed Rocky franchise. Additionally, he wrote the screenplay for the film series.

A year later, Stallone became the third actor to earn a nomination for two Academy Awards for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actor. Furthermore, the National Film Registry inducted Rocky into its roster. The industry put the film’s props in the Smithsonian Museum.

His face is very familiar to action movie enthusiasts as he starred in the Rambo film series. The first film, First Blood, earned him critical and commercial success.

In the film, he played the soldier John Rambo, who faced challenges with PTSD after the war.

From the beginning of his career until now, Stallone has proved to be one of the most esteemed action stars.

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Sylvester Stallone Says Drago Producers are ‘Picking Clean’ Another Character

Iris Miller on August 8, 2022

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Sylvester Stallone has spoken out against the Rocky spin-off Drago and its producers. He claims they have taken advantage of his popular character and have called them “parasites.”

The 76-year old legend expressed his anger in an Instagram post, uploading a news article about the film and harshly criticizing those responsible for its creation.

Despite his statements not mentioning any names, it seems to indicate that he is aiming them at the series’ producer Irwin Winkler. While 91, he has received backlash from the actor countless times. He also seems to cite his children, showrunners Charles and David Winkler.

“Another Heartbreaker… Just found this out… ONCE AGAIN, this PATHETIC 94 year old PRODUCER and HIS MORONIC USELESS VULTURE CHILDREN, Charles and David, are once again picking clean THE BONES of another wonderful character I created without even telling me,” Stallone’s post read.

He ended his rant apologizing to fans, stressing that he didn’t intend for characters to be “exploited.”

“I APOLOGIZE to the FANS, I never wanted ROCKY characters to be exploited by these parasites.”

Stallone has strong feelings against the film, but he clarifies that there is no resentment towards Dolph Lundgren, who plays Ivan Drago in Rocky IV and Creed II and is into filming the project.

“By the way, I have nothing but respect for Dolph but I wish HE had told me what was going on behind my back,” he continued. “Keep you REAL friends close.”

Stallone Knew What He Wanted

Stallone has always been open about his desire to take control of the lucrative franchise. He uploaded a statement earlier this month in which he urged Winkler to pass what’s left-over from his right.

“After IRWIN controlling ROCKY for over 47 years, and now CREED, I really would like [to] have at least a little [of] WHAT’s LEFT of my RIGHTS back, before passing it on to ONLY YOUR CHILDREN,” Stallone said.

“I believe that would be a FAIR gesture from this 93 year old gentleman?”

“I wanted to leave something of Rocky for my children,” he further said, “but it’s always great hearing from the loyal fans… Keep Punching.”

Rocky Balboa was made by Stallone, who was struggling at the time to make a breakthrough into Hollywood. He would helm five movies and even direct Rocky II, Rocky III, and Rocky IV.

Stallone then came back for the Creed films, featuring Michael B. Jordan as Adonis Johnson, Apollo Creed’s (portrayed by Carl Weathers in the Rocky films I – IV) son.

The actor voiced his frustration about not possessing ownership stake in the franchise in an interview with Variety in 2019.

“I have zero ownership of Rocky,” he stated. “Every word, every syllable, every grammatical error was all my fault. It was shocking that it never came to be, but I was told, ‘Hey, you got paid, so what are you complaining about?’ I was furious.”

Although it is not clear where this war may lead them, fans can expect Stallone to star in Creed III, dropping this November 23.