What if a steakhouse hello changed your life? That’s the spark behind Scot Teller’s leap from local pizza legend to playing Paulie in the upcoming movie “I Play Rocky,” the new Peter Farrelly–directed film about Stallone’s relentless fight to star in his own script. We get into the improbable path: standing in on sets for camera and lighting, reconnecting with Griffin Dunne on a Lancaster shoot, and waking up to a text that led to Farrelly’s call. The audition wasn’t a layup—Scott had to earn it—
What if a steakhouse hello changed your life? That’s the spark behind Scot Teller’s leap from local pizza legend to playing Paulie in the upcoming movie “I Play Rocky,” the new Peter Farrelly–directed film about Stallone’s relentless fight to star in his own script. We get into the improbable path: standing in on sets for camera and lighting, reconnecting with Griffin Dunne on a Lancaster shoot, and waking up to a text that led to Farrelly’s call. The audition wasn’t a layup—Scott had to earn it—but the resemblance to Burt Young, the work ethic, and the steady mindset made the difference.
We talk about the deeper engine behind this break: years earlier, Scott lost almost everything after bad investments and trusted partnerships went wrong. As a single dad in a spiral, he reached for a simple mantra—“What would Rocky do?”—and used it to reframe his days, guard his circle, and filter out noise. That shift in focus unlocked the kind of presence that crews love and directors trust. If you’re chasing a creative pivot or a late-blooming dream, you’ll hear concrete lessons on reputation, showing up for small opportunities, and the quiet power of staying ready.
There’s plenty of film love too. Scot shares why the casting for Rocky, Adrian, and Mickey feels uncannily right, what makes Paulie such a demanding role to inhabit, and how production is rolling across New Jersey and Philadelphia toward a 2026 release. It’s a full-circle story: a fan who credits Rocky with saving his life now honoring Burt Young’s legacy on screen. If resilience, serendipity, and behind-the-scenes filmmaking light you up, this one’s for you.
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