Eminem Returns to Screen as Salita
The rap superstar is reportedly going to play Dmitry Salita, the Jewish boxing sensation, on the big screen.
After receiving numerous plaudits for his role in 8 Mile, Eminem has finally lined up a new part to follow on with his Hollywood success story. The rap superstar is reportedly going to play Dmitry Salita, the Jewish boxing sensation, on the big screen.
Salita has been a phenomenon in the boxing world; despite his tender years he has already amassed a large following due to his prolific skills and his devotion to his religion. The boxer is only twenty two years old but his story is so unique that one could be mistaken for believing that it came straight out of Tinseltown. He was discovered after a tip from a rabbi, is unbeaten in seventeen fights and will not fight on the Sabbath.
Having come from such an unlikely background it is fitting that Eminem should land the part. It is rumoured that the rapper isn't treating the role lightly and has even enlisted the help of Emanuel Steward, the former trainer of Lennox Lewis, in a bid to prepare for the role.
Piaras Kelly
Editor, Kikizo Movies
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