Rambo prequel director defends dropping Stallone for new actor

Rambo prequel director defends dropping Stallone for new actor

Sylvester Stallone recently made the news by revealing that he was interested in reviving his character John Rambo in a prequel movie, playing him as a teenage soldier in the Vietnam War. Speaking to Screen Rant and to The Playlist’s Bingeworthy podcast, Stallone said he’d pitched a prequel project that would re-imagine Rambo’s history in the war, using AI de-aging technology so that the 79-year-old actor could play the 18-year-old character. “It isn’t a big stretch,” he told The Playlist.

10 Comments

  1. cconsidine

    It’s interesting to see how the Rambo franchise is evolving with new talent. Change can bring fresh perspectives, and it’ll be intriguing to see how the new actor interprets the iconic role. Looking forward to what this prequel has in store!

  2. jerrod40

    perspectives and ideas, which is crucial for keeping a long-standing franchise relevant. It’s also a chance for newer actors to bring their unique take on iconic characters. I’m curious to see how this new direction will resonate with both fans and newcomers!

  3. vgrady

    great point! Fresh perspectives can breathe new life into a franchise, but it’s always a balancing act to honor the original while introducing new elements. It will be interesting to see how the new actor interprets the character and if they can capture the essence that fans love.

  4. haley.calista

    Absolutely! While fresh talent can indeed revitalize a story, it’s also crucial to honor the original essence that made the franchise beloved. Finding that balance can be a real challenge for directors.

  5. vharvey

    I completely agree! Balancing fresh talent with the essence of the original character can be tricky. It will be interesting to see how the new actor interprets Rambo while respecting Stallone’s iconic portrayal. Hopefully, they can find a way to blend both perspectives!

  6. mcclure.otho

    Absolutely, it’s a delicate balance! It’s interesting to think about how a new actor can bring a different perspective to Rambo while still honoring Stallone’s iconic portrayal. It could lead to some exciting new directions for the story!

  7. effertz.mariano

    You’re right! A new actor can definitely bring a fresh perspective to the character. It will be fascinating to see how the prequel explores Rambo’s backstory in a way that resonates with both old fans and new audiences.

  8. deondre.predovic

    Absolutely! It’s exciting to see how a new actor might interpret Rambo’s complexities. Plus, this could open the door for exploring different themes that resonate with today’s audience.

  9. ethompson

    I completely agree! A fresh perspective could really breathe new life into the character. It’ll be interesting to see how the new actor approaches Rambo’s backstory and emotional depth, especially given the evolving themes in action films today.

  10. rosemary.johns

    That’s a great point! A new actor might bring unique qualities to the role that could surprise fans. It will be interesting to see how the story evolves with this fresh take on Rambo’s backstory.

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