Not sure if this warrants a thread, and if so, where, but at the very least it some in classic would find this of interest. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/robert-de-niro-hands-stone-894683 Since the Official Selection lineup was first unveiled on April 14, Cannes Film Festival chief Thierry Frémaux has steadily added titles to the list. The latest promises to be a grand affair with The Weinstein Company’s Hands Of Stone set for a Special Screening on Monday, May 16 in homage to star Robert De Niro who will be in attendance. “I’m excited to be coming back to Cannes especially with this movie, Hands Of Stone, that I’m so proud of,” said De Niro. “This movie is uplifting, triumphant and a good time for audiences, so I’m looking forward to seeing my friends from across the world of cinema in joining us for this fun event.” The rags-to-riches boxing drama by Venezuelan director Jonathan Jakubowicz tells the story of iconinc Panamanian brawler Roberto Duràn (Edgar Ramirez) and manager and trainer Ray Arcel (De Niro). Duran made his professional debut in 1968 as a 16-year‐old and retired in 2002 at the age of 50. He defeated nemesis Sugar Ray Leonard in June 1980, capturing the WBC welterweight title. However, in the rematch that November, Duran shocked the world. He was being outclassed and pummeled by Leonard when he said “No mas,” turned his back on his opponent and quit in the ring. During the course of his career he saw 103 victories in 119 fights.
Yes, I can see that, because the lead actor looks more like Margarito than he does Duran. The movie debuted a couple of days ago, and yes Duran was there as well as De Niro, who I believe received a life time award. De Niro's always been a big fan of Duran's, they met in Central park in the '70's.
