Rocky

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69%

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Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), a small-time boxer from working-class Philadelphia, is arbitrarily chosen to take on the reigning world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), when the undefeated fighter's scheduled opponent is injured. While training with feisty former bantamweight contender Mickey Goldmill (Burgess Meredith), Rocky tentatively begins a relationship with Adrian (Talia Shire), the wallflower sister of his meat-packer pal Paulie (Burt Young).

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Critics Consensus

This story of a down-on-his-luck boxer is thoroughly predictable, but Sylvester Stallone's script and stunning performance in the title role brush aside complaints.

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Pauline Kael

New Yorker

Rocky is a threadbare patchwork of old-movie bits, yet it's engaging, and the naive elements are emotionally effective.

Jan 20, 2024

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John Pym

Sight & Sound

Rocky, Stallone's alter ego, is sufficiently engaging to make one forget, momentarily at least, the script's milk-fed lack of originality.

Feb 6, 2020

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Kathleen Carroll

New York Daily News

Like the movies of Frank Capra, Rocky is a glowing tribute to the human spirit - a chin-up reminder that the decent, little guys of the world often accomplish the impossible if only because they try so hard.

Feb 24, 2016

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Grant Watson

Fiction Machine

The story is simple, and it’s told in a very traditional Hollywood fashion, but it’s entirely about people in which the audience can believe and recognise.

Rated: 10/10

Feb 6, 2024

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Elisa Guimarães

Collider

John G. Avildsen’s movie packs more feelings than punches.

Feb 1, 2024

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Mark Johnson

Awards Daily

The ultimate tale of the underdog. Rocky beautifully encapsulates the essence of the blue-collar worker, drawing a striking parallel to Sylvester Stallone’s own journey before this monumental breakthrough.

Jun 8, 2023

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Steven C Such a classic. Was able to show this awesome movie to a younger generation and I'm sure they are fans now. Just wished Starlight was showing all of the Rocky movies in theaters. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/22 Full Review Jason R The single greatest movie in the history of movies. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/22 Full Review Audience Member Even though it is a bit dated in it's pacing it is an all time classic. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/27/24 Full Review Franklin F "Rocky" es considerada una de las mejores películas por varias razones. En primer lugar, la historia de superación personal del personaje principal, Rocky Balboa, es inspiradora. La trama muestra a un boxeador desconocido que recibe la oportunidad de pelear por el título mundial de los pesos pesados, demostrando que con determinación y esfuerzo se pueden lograr grandes cosas.Además, la actuación de Sylvester Stallone en el papel de Rocky es excepcional y le valió una nominación al premio Óscar como Mejor Actor. La película también cuenta con una dirección magistral por parte de John G. Avildsen, quien logra transmitir la emoción y la intensidad de las peleas de boxeo de una manera muy realista.Excelente película! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/25/24 Full Review Thomas C An absolute classic. Must watch!! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/25/24 Full Review Audience Member O filme passa uma vibe muito dramática, o que faz ser ainda melhor. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/19/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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John G. Avildsen Director Sylvester Stallone Rocky Balboa Talia Shire Adrian Burgess Meredith Mickey Burt Young Paulie Carl Weathers Apollo

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