Anthony Ippolito Joins AnnaSophia Robb, Stephan James, & More at 'I Play Rocky' Premiere in NYC!
Stars gather in New York
Ippolito attended the Wednesday evening screening with co-stars AnnaSophia Robb and Stephan James. The event took place at the SVA Theatre in New York City. Other cast members at the premiere included Matt Dillon, PJ Byrne, Toby Kebbell, Tracy Letts, Saul Stein and Scot Teller. Director Peter Farrelly was also there.
A story of determination
I Play Rocky follows Sylvester Stallone as he tries to bring the Rocky story to the screen. The film portrays his belief that he should play Rocky Balboa, not merely write the character.
After facing rejection, Stallone risks everything and insists on taking the lead role. The film presents his struggle as an underdog story behind the movie Rocky.
Praise and release date
USA Today cited the audience’s strong response at the premiere and said the film could be an Oscar contender. Peter Farrelly directed the movie, with a screenplay by Peter Gamble, and it is due in theaters November 6.
Key points
- Anthony Ippolito attended the New York premiere with AnnaSophia Robb and Stephan James.
- The screening was held Wednesday evening at the SVA Theatre.
- I Play Rocky depicts Sylvester Stallone’s fight to play Rocky Balboa.
- The film opens November 6 after praise at the Toronto International Film Festival.