Sylvester Stallone Challenged By 'expendables' Sequel

Hollywood Reporter, Hollywood Reporter Film News
Sun, 08/15/2010 - 11:07am

At the cusp of a fifth decade of action-movie mayhem, Sylvester Stallone says his No. 1 opening with "The Expendables" ranks among his top career thrills.

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