Action/Adventure - Director: John G. Avildsen, Sylvester Stallone - Original Language: English - Classification: 12 years and over - Starring:Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Tony Burton, Terry 'Hulk' Hogan, Mister T, Brigitte Nielsen, Michael Pataki, Sage Stallone more
This box set commemorates the release of the original ROCKY features--all five films in the series. See individual titles for further details. ROCKY: The sleeper hit that made... more
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to the top, like The Little Engine That Could, it resonates well with U.S. audiences; it's in their nature. Sylvester Stallone knew that in 1976, when Rocky was a monstrous hit and established itself in the American cultural lexicon. His low-budget tale of a young boxer who came from the slums of Philadelphia and worked his way to the championship recalls Capra characters such as Mr. Smith or John Doe as he worked his way to fame and self-respect. Like Capra's films from 30 years before, Rocky pushed emotional buttons with audiences, but in a somewhat less maudlin, obvious way; it's possible to enjoy Rocky without feeling embarrassed about it, even in these cynical times. It ranks respectably among the best boxing pictures, such as The Set-Up or Somebody Up There Likes Me. The story paralleled Stallone's own, from a relative unknown to a star with one breakthrough picture. Rocky II (1979) carries on the story line, playing on the rivalry between Rocky Balboa and nemesis Apollo Creed, while Balboa's wife fights for her life. Mainly, though, the sequel seems like a link between the first film and Rocky III, in which an aging Rocky takes on big, bad Clubber Lang (the near-forgotten Mr. T). While playing on the same emotional capital as the first movie, Rocky III is the high-water mark of the sequels; by the next movie, Stallone had turned into a near-self-parody of the original character. Rocky IV finds the underdog taking on an oversized, blond Russian boxer (Dolph Lundgren) in a cold war scenario (Rocky literally wraps himself in the American flag). The series mercifully played out by 1990, as embarrassingly punch-drunk as the Rocky character himself by that point. Given the way the American pop-culture continuum seems to work, it's probably due time for the later sequels to be plucked from the compost heap of '80s flotsam and revived as high camp; the Reagan-era hyperpatriotism of Rocky IV is as dated as in junk like Red Dawn or the dreadful Invasion U.S.A. Still, the first three films pack a satisfying emotional wallop without giving the viewer the urge to crawl under the couch. The last two... well, use your judgment. They will soon be good for an '80s nostalgia party. --Jerry Renshaw, Amazon.com
Eye of the Tiger! Review ofRocky Anthology (Box Set) (Limited Edition)by
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Advantages: The best boxing films of all time! Disadvantages: Rocky 5 could have been better...
Rocky Balboa (AKA The Italian Stallion) is probably the most famous fictional boxer ever created! Written (2, 3 and 4 also directed) by Stallone himself, the Rocky Anthology is one of the greatest stories ever to be made into film! It's not all boxing, and has some rather tear jerking moments, such as his son being born. Short film overview:-
Rocky
Rocky Balboa is an amateur boxer and a debt collector on the side. He isn't very intelligent and ... ...dates with his new girlfriend), Rocky is as fit as he has ever been and is ready for the battle ahead.
Apollo is expecting an easy, exhibition fight, but to Rocky this is his only chance to prove himself...
Rocky II
After their first gruelling bout, Apollo Creed demands a rematch. But the injured Italian Stallion announces his retirement so he can concentrate on girlfriend Adrian. He marries her and spends all his money on a house and gifts for ...
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Advantages: all the rocky films in one smart sleek box set Disadvantages: Not enough bonus features
...story begins as we see rocky balboa a lowly fighter from a rough backround gets the shot of a lifetime,a world heavywieght shot against the world heavyweight champ Apollo Creed.Can rocky overcome all odds and overcome this challenge?
The rest of the films follow the italian stallion on a long road through crisis of confidence, marriage trouble, death, and amazing fight scenes.
This is definately, in my opinion, the best series of films ever made, ... ...in the series as the rocky box set does indeed have something for everyone. A masterpiece that should be enjoyed by everyone young and old the soundtrack will actually give you goosebumps and make you want to run for miles (maybe!) so in conclusion, who ever you are, where ever you are from, this is a must ...
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Actor(s): Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Tony Burton, Terry 'Hulk' Hogan, Mister T, Brigitte Nielsen, Michael Pataki, Sage Stallone
Director(s): John G. Avildsen, Sylvester Stallone
Genre: Action & Adventure
Classification: 12 years and over
Running Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Franchise Name: Rocky
Video Category: Feature Film
Country Of Origin: United States of America
Plot: A Box Set containing 'Rocky 1 - Special Edition', 'Rocky 2', 'Rocky 3', 'Rocky 4' and 'Rocky 5'.
Release details
DVD Region: Region 2 (Europe)
Studio(s): MGM ENTERTAINMENT; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date: 11/07/2001
No of Discs: 5
Catalogue No: 20656 CRDVD
Barcode: 5050070007510
Screenwriter: Sylvester Stallone
Producer: Sylvester Stallone
Languages
Main Language: English
DVD Description
This box set commemorates the release of the original ROCKY features--all five films in the series. See individual titles for further details. ROCKY: The sleeper hit that made its star, Sylvester Stallone, a household name. Italian-American underdog Rocky Balboa gets a one-in-a-million chance at boxing glory when the handlers for heavyweight champion Apollo Creed decide to set up a sure-win title bout with a born loser. It's all part of a bicentennial public relations stunt, but, unfortunately for them, Rocky trains for the fight like a man whose life depends on the outcome--which, in a way, it does. ROCKY II: The Italian Stallion returns for a rematch with Apollo Creed, hoping, finally, to capture the heavyweight title. This time, even his girlfriend, Adrian, gives Rocky her blessing. ROCKY III: Heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa faces his toughest opponent yet: complacency. After 10 successful title defenses, Rocky gets a little soft and loses his belt to brutal up-and-comer Clubber Lang. Will former foe, now trainer, Apollo Creed be able to put the fire back in Balboa's belly
Technical information
Special Features: Audio Commentary, Interview - 1. Sylvester Stallone - Star, Featurettes, Trailers, TV Spots, Easter Egg
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 English
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