Bombshells to Blasters, An Auction You Can't Refuse Pt. 1

Lot #66:

Young Mickey Picture from Rocky

First Time To Auction

United Artists, 1976. Production made sepia photo of a young "Mickey" (Meredith) with a youthful image of actor Burgess Meredith's face superimposed onto a young boxer's body. Expertly studio distressed, folded and theatrically distressed to appear old and weathered. Highly visible in the scene when the old coach shows "Rocky" (Sylvester Stallone)what Mickey looked like as a young, scrappy boxer. The instantly recognizable photo is key to a profound bonding moment between "Rocky" and "Mickey" who had been acrimonious until then. When Rocky realizes he shares Mickey's experience of fading relevance, Rocky becomes allied with Mickey and redoubles his ambition, work ethic, and efforts. This pivotal relationship affects the heart and drive of the beloved franchise. Exhibiting production handling and minor age. In fine condition.