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1976's "Rocky," written by and starring Sylvester Stallone, is undoubtedly one of the best movies in the history of the medium. Not because of the hokey fight footage at the end, though that is quite entertaining in itself, but because it tells the story of Rocky Balboa, a Philadelphia wannabe boxer who is at the bottom of his career and self-esteem. At 30 he is approaching the age most boxers think about retirement; the manager of his training gym (Burgess Meredith) kicks him out of his locker, and calls him a bum-which Rocky can hardly deny. Fate takes a hand, however, when heavyweight champ Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers) decides to put on an exhibition match giving an unknown a "shot" at the title-and selects Rocky "The Italian Stallion" for the bout. Mick, Rocky's gym manager, asks to take over as Rocky's fight manager, and Rocky really starts putting his all into training. Encouraged by his love Adrian (Talia Shire) and seeking to restore his lost pride, Rocky wants only to "go the distance", knowing his odds of winning are slim. This is Everyman's story, as it tells us what we can all achieve in life if we apply ourselves with all our hearts to whatever task is challenging us. Won 3 Oscars, including Best Picture.Read full review
This movie is wonderful. Well written, well cast and some of the most incredible fight scenes ever filmed. This movie, the first one - and the very last movie, Rocky Balboa are the only two that are really worthwhile in the Rocky series in my humble opinion. Coincidently, they were both written by Sylvester Stallone. A big thumbs up!
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