The Netflix Sylvester Stallone documentary Sly will close this year’s Toronto International Film Festival this September. The film, which will land on the streamer soon is described as a vivid exploration of an illustrious life woven through the silver screen. The film will have its World Premiere on Saturday, September 16, at Roy Thomson Hall.
Thom Zimny (Springsteen on Broadway, Elvis Presley: The Searcher) directs the film, which is produced by Sean Stuart.
Best known for his roles as Rocky and Rambo, Stallone’s career has spanned five decades with films including Demolition Man, The Specialist, The Expendables andCreed, among his work over the tears. He is currently starring in TV seriesTulsa King which has just been renewed for a second season.
“Stallone’s story is one of perseverance, triumph, and his indelible mark left on the world of film, and we couldn’t be more honoured to share it with our audiences as our Closing Night film,” said Cameron Bailey, TIFF CEO. “Celebrating the legacy of a true icon, Sly takes audiences on an intimate journey through the life of Stallone, a cultural touchstone whose impact on cinema spans nearly half a century. Sly offers an unexpected and heartfelt exploration of the man behind the action megastar.”
