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ThatCooperGuyJun 25, 2015

These movies have been very cluttered, but entertaining to a point. After IV, I seriously lost hope in the series. I couldn't even sit through V all the way, even Stallone said he dislikes V.

Luckily, this final Rocky movie is, well,These movies have been very cluttered, but entertaining to a point. After IV, I seriously lost hope in the series. I couldn't even sit through V all the way, even Stallone said he dislikes V.

Luckily, this final Rocky movie is, well, incredible. Some may argue that it's melodramatic as hell, but it captures the spirit of the original Rocky and gives a satisfying ending to this disjointed franchise.… Expand

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bfoore90Feb 9, 2016

Even after 10 years, Rocky Balboa fails to lose its luster. I've seen all of the Rocky franchise and while these movies are entertaining to a point, you begin to lose hope for the series especially after sitting through Rocky V, which was theEven after 10 years, Rocky Balboa fails to lose its luster. I've seen all of the Rocky franchise and while these movies are entertaining to a point, you begin to lose hope for the series especially after sitting through Rocky V, which was the worst entry in the series. Rocky Balboa succeeds because its a film that was needed to finally bring a sense of conclusion to the Rocky franchise and send Rocky off the right way, the way he deserved.… Expand

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DobianNov 19, 2014

Rocky Balboa was FINALLY the sequel that faithfully captured the spirit of the original. Rocky II was simply so that Rocky could win the championship, III and IV were Rocky in some kind of alternate cartoon action universe, and Rocky V wasRocky Balboa was FINALLY the sequel that faithfully captured the spirit of the original. Rocky II was simply so that Rocky could win the championship, III and IV were Rocky in some kind of alternate cartoon action universe, and Rocky V was about Rocky not boxing which equals terrible. But this movie comes along and it's like I'm seeing the Rocky I met in the original for the first time in over thirty years. Like the first film, it's all about the characters and the whole theme of being true to yourself and trying your best. Not to mention, we get to see Spider Rico again! No overwrought dramatics about winning the un-winnable fight against some cartoon supervillain like a Clubber or a Drago. There is no villain in this one. Mason Dixon as the current champ isn't a cartoon, he's a fully fleshed-out character who is as troubled about this fight for his own reasons as Rocky is. Without giving away who wins, Rocky himself compliments Dixon as a great champion after the final bell. In the end, it doesn't matter if Rocky wins or loses the fight. Just like in the first movie, he's already won.… Expand

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KelvinSelimorDec 15, 2020

Rocky Balboa. The last battle. This is the only film from the past five parts that is more about drama, and not about sports, and because of this I like this part more than the rest. Rocky is still a pleasure to watch, and his speech to hisRocky Balboa. The last battle. This is the only film from the past five parts that is more about drama, and not about sports, and because of this I like this part more than the rest. Rocky is still a pleasure to watch, and his speech to his son is probably the most powerful thing I've heard.… Expand

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hardcorekiddSep 10, 2018

Now long-retired, Rocky (Sylvester Stallone) runs a Philadelphia eatery and mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Adrian. Yearning to recapture a bit of his glory days, he plans to re-enter the ring for a few low-profile, local matches. AllNow long-retired, Rocky (Sylvester Stallone) runs a Philadelphia eatery and mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Adrian. Yearning to recapture a bit of his glory days, he plans to re-enter the ring for a few low-profile, local matches. All that changes when Rocky accepts a challenge to fight the world's reigning heavyweight champion, Mason "the Line" Dixon (Antonio Tarver). Implausible but entertaining and poignant, Rocky Balboa finds the champ in fighting form for the first time in years. I'll give Rocky Balboa (Rocky 6) an A. (9.6/10)… Expand

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AbeFilettiNov 12, 2020

Rocky Balboa is amazing. I believe Rocky is the one 80s franchise that has over 3 movies and all of them are at least good. Yea I know, but I really like Rocky V. Rocky Balboa is probably the best in what is an amazing franchise. First off,Rocky Balboa is amazing. I believe Rocky is the one 80s franchise that has over 3 movies and all of them are at least good. Yea I know, but I really like Rocky V. Rocky Balboa is probably the best in what is an amazing franchise. First off, this is potentially Stallone's best performance ever, and he has had some good ones. There is also some emotional scenes that really hit hard in this movie. Right off the get go we get hit with a tear jerking without saying a word. It really makes me happy to see Rocky doing all these nice things for everyone, even though he isn't in the best spot himself. The end fight is amazing. Without spoiling anything, it feels like your watching a fight live on TV. The training scene is amazing as always, but honestly the ones in Rocky, and Rocky II are leagues better, but lets be honest, no ones ever gonna beat those. Rocky Balboa is amazing, satisfying, emotional, epic, and the best movie in one of the best movie franchises of all time.… Expand

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maskedrider29Oct 24, 2022

THIS is how the Rocky series needed to end. Stallone is back as Rocky Balboa 16 years after the last film. He's back for one final fight, and it's amazing.

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MarkB.Feb 6, 2007

What is it about Sylvester Stallone that inspires such vehement bouts of schaudenfraude in otherwise rational people? A fellow contestant on a movie-related TV game show I once appeared on launched into a gleefully profanity-laced tirade What is it about Sylvester Stallone that inspires such vehement bouts of schaudenfraude in otherwise rational people? A fellow contestant on a movie-related TV game show I once appeared on launched into a gleefully profanity-laced tirade about what a 'loser' he thought Stallone was in his late career; Razzie award honcho John Wilson seemed a bit disappointed that Stallone's latest installment in the Rocky saga was actually quite good (and therefore ineligible for Razzie award consideration). Perhaps it has something to do with even his supporters' general assumption that since his first big success with the original Rocky back in 1976, the size of his ego has ballooned past that of his famous muscles, and that he tends to assume that we're all as interested in him as he is in himself. (I mean, who wants to hear his recent admission that he gave up sex while filming Rocky Balboa to get the same edge that professional boxers used to similarly abstain in order to give themselves? I don't WANT mental pictures of Stallone pouring ice water down his pants a la Jake La Motta in Raging Bull. TMI, Sly!) Since Stallone has always seen himself as Rocky and vice versa, and the fortunes of both larger-than-life figures have run parallel, it's not surprising that Stallone's many personal and professional disappointments as of late (an eponymous magazine that only ran 3 issues, a boxing-related reality TV series that was irreparably crippled by the suicide of one of the contestants, the failure of Cop Land to regain him Serious Acting Cred, and the fact that his biggest box office hit in the last 10 years was--gulp!--Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over) undoubtedly spill into this chapter. The result is that Stallone admirably humbles himself and his character, scaling down from the overblown tendencies of some of the previous chapters and suffusing Rocky Balboa with more tenderness, humanity and heart--the qualities that made Rocky an iconic figure to begin with--than we've seen since he took on Apollo Creed for the very first time so long ago. In fact, after the sincere but overwrought Rocky II, the entertaining if synthetic III, the fraudulent IV and the completely forgettable V, this is not only the best of the Rocky sequels by far, but the ONLY truly essential one. Stallone, like Balboa, goes back to the original's roots, remembering that it was a character study first, a love story second and a boxing movie third, and that our emotional investment in the first two was what made the third so effective. Talia Shire, as now-deceased wife and love of his life Adrian, may not show up here except in photos and flashbacks, but her presence is so powerful that it compares with Hitchcock's Rebecca in terms of characters who absolutely dominate the proceedings while not actually being around to actively participate in them. (That's why the much-discussed friendship that Rocky develops with a minor character from the first film, played here by Geraldine Hughes, is exactly that: a friendship. No less and no more. Another look at this movie's final scene establishes that.) Stallone also remembers that the best Rocky movies, like the best Disney animated features and the best James Bond films, feature the best antagonists, and here for the first time since Apollo, Rocky's opponent (Antonio Tarver) is not a cardboard cartoon villain but a complex, multidimensional individual with insecurities and vulnerabilities. (And let's have no more carping about how unconvincing and improbable the plot device that gets them together in the ring--a computer-simulated fantasy fight--may be. It's no more so than in Numero Uno, and anyway, when you're enjoying the ride this much, why grouse if the ignition initially sputters a little?) It's just one more indication of how much of a joy Rocky Balboa is to watch that the familiar musical theme by Bill Conti (best known in recent years as "Stickman", the Academy Awards conductor that Julia Roberts chewed out onstage for trying to attenuate her acceptance speech, so clearly this represents a comeback for HIM, too) once again elicits genuine excitement and anticipation rather than being an easy punchline. But then Rocky Balboa is so good at what it's doing that it inspires even those of us who have kept our esthetic distance from Stallone (and with Cobra, Stop or My Mom Will Shoot and Driven on his resume, it's safe to say that this covers nearly all of us at several points) for the first time in easily retrievable memory, to actually want a piece of the Rock.… Expand

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KurtM.Feb 12, 2007

Great movie. Awe inspiring. No fancy things about. It was convincing especially with age and time. Basically it stuck to the core elements of what made the original great. A hero faced against the odds, to rise above them a win with your heart.

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DeniseT.Jan 1, 2007

It was a pretty good movie but it wasn't as good as the original Rocky. It was pretty sad that his wife died I wasn't expecting that at all. I give it to Sylvester Stallone for getting back in the ring though. If I had my pick of It was a pretty good movie but it wasn't as good as the original Rocky. It was pretty sad that his wife died I wasn't expecting that at all. I give it to Sylvester Stallone for getting back in the ring though. If I had my pick of the best it would be Rocky V.… Expand

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ChrisH.Dec 25, 2006

Excellent! Well done Stalone for putting things right in the Rocky story! Fingers crossed he does the same with the new Rambo film!

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JayDeeDec 27, 2006

"Rocky Balboa" ends the series the best way possible: showing just how human we all are~even Rocky! I give Stallone many kudos for his writing. His acting is surprisingly wonderful! And, he was certainly up to the challenge of directing this "Rocky Balboa" ends the series the best way possible: showing just how human we all are~even Rocky! I give Stallone many kudos for his writing. His acting is surprisingly wonderful! And, he was certainly up to the challenge of directing this movie as well. Hats off to ya Rocky/Stallone!… Expand

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JohnA.Jan 21, 2007

Everything from Punchie to a drunk out of work Paulie was perfect in this movie. If Rocky would have disowned his son and adopted Steps this movie would have been the best of the year. And the ending wasn't that great either. Maybe Everything from Punchie to a drunk out of work Paulie was perfect in this movie. If Rocky would have disowned his son and adopted Steps this movie would have been the best of the year. And the ending wasn't that great either. Maybe Rocky 7 will be better.… Expand

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JoeyDec 21, 2006

I'm 23 and I've only seen a few of the Rocky movies on cable, so I'm not really a biased Rocky fan. I thought Sly was pretty impressive in Rocky I and Copland, and I think he was just as good in this one. This was a good I'm 23 and I've only seen a few of the Rocky movies on cable, so I'm not really a biased Rocky fan. I thought Sly was pretty impressive in Rocky I and Copland, and I think he was just as good in this one. This was a good movie. Most of it had nothing to do with boxing, it was just a quiet, honest story about a man looking back on his life and figuring out what to do next. The guys I went with went in expecting to make fun of it, but they they quieted down pretty fast. If you like Rocky at all, you will really appreciate this one.… Expand

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DanielK.Dec 20, 2006

Before I go into how much I enjoyed the film, allow me the following disclaimer: I saw this film with my wife and two younger kids. They are not avid film enthusiasts like I am. Also, I have the entire Rocky collection on DVD including the Before I go into how much I enjoyed the film, allow me the following disclaimer: I saw this film with my wife and two younger kids. They are not avid film enthusiasts like I am. Also, I have the entire Rocky collection on DVD including the regrettable Rocky V. My wife said she could have waited for the video. My kids said the film was good, but they weren… Expand

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FabriDec 24, 2006

This was defintely a movie for the Rocky fans. Not so much focused on the training and getting back into the ring, but more on catching up with good old rocky and seeing where his life has brought him. It was sentimental and emotional, a This was defintely a movie for the Rocky fans. Not so much focused on the training and getting back into the ring, but more on catching up with good old rocky and seeing where his life has brought him. It was sentimental and emotional, a proper ending to the Rocky series.… Expand

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BrookeC.Dec 27, 2006

Quite simply, the shocker of the year. I was expecting hig camp at the most, and what I got was a truly good film. This is what Rocky is all about, and even I, the most hardened movie cynic was on the edge of my seat during the fight. What a Quite simply, the shocker of the year. I was expecting hig camp at the most, and what I got was a truly good film. This is what Rocky is all about, and even I, the most hardened movie cynic was on the edge of my seat during the fight. What a way to go out!… Expand

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PaulFratianniDec 31, 2006

The latest and hopefully last in the Rocky series threw every cliché in the book at you and even included the kitchen sink, to mix metaphors, and I still liked it. [***WARNING SPOILERS***] There was the egg drinking, the meat The latest and hopefully last in the Rocky series threw every cliché in the book at you and even included the kitchen sink, to mix metaphors, and I still liked it. [***WARNING SPOILERS***] There was the egg drinking, the meat pounding, the running up the steps, and of course the music we all know and love so well. It was a trip down memory lane with numerous flashbacks which thankfully were not too long, actually they were almost too short. The best parts of the film are not the fight scenes but watching how a simple man can show so much kindness and wisdom to the people that surrounds him. The best scene was when old Sly was with Paulie, talking about what he had in the basement surrounding WARNING [***SPOILER***] his wife's death. Wow, he really shined through on that one. What was disappointing about this movie is that it really could have been so much more. Though the fight scenes were somewhat exciting they were even less believable than the other Rockys. In the end (ANOTHER SPOILER) both fighters barely even look winded. And I did not like the last scene either. It really didn't touch the viewer like it supposed to. Still, overall Rocky Balboa was a worthy end to a series that will forever been an American Icon to us and the rest of the world. I kept hearing the getting stronger song in my head and punching around well after the movie was over. Any movie that can do such upon the consciousness deserves the be seen as a worthy tribute to a lasting legacy.… Expand

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SteveJan 15, 2007

Erases the 4th & 5th one in my mind - a great way to to end an american icon!

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BilboBJul 23, 2007

This film exceeded my expectations...it is occasionally bogged down in sentimentality but overall a worthy swansong for the character and a welcome return to form for Sly.

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josakDec 26, 2006

It would be very easy to tear this movie apart, because it does have some obvious technical flaws -- but that's not the point. This is a sincerely good-hearted, honest movie, and you can't help but admire it. Like one reviewer It would be very easy to tear this movie apart, because it does have some obvious technical flaws -- but that's not the point. This is a sincerely good-hearted, honest movie, and you can't help but admire it. Like one reviewer said, it's impossible not to like. It really is.… Expand

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asylumspadezNov 26, 2011

This is a far better ending to the franchise then what Rock 5 was. The acting was solid but it still follows the same basic Rocky formula. I liked how the film was more serious this time around and focused on the problems Rocky faced outsideThis is a far better ending to the franchise then what Rock 5 was. The acting was solid but it still follows the same basic Rocky formula. I liked how the film was more serious this time around and focused on the problems Rocky faced outside of training for his opponent.… Expand

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Jedi_JettsonFeb 29, 2012

It doesn't match up to the first two, but it improves over Rocky III, IV, and V and Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) returns facing hardcore challenges you wouldn't expect.

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MonsieurEamesJul 12, 2012

This Rocky went in the right direction and went back towards the style of the first two Rocky movies, just when the cheesy 80's style was starting to wear on us. Very touching and the fight scene is well-made.

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MovieGuysApr 17, 2014

The wonder and awe of the Rocky movies is the fact that even 30 years after the first movie's release, the series still feels revitalized and rejuvenated. Watching Rocky Balboa, nostalgia of the first movie will hit you like a wave, but it'sThe wonder and awe of the Rocky movies is the fact that even 30 years after the first movie's release, the series still feels revitalized and rejuvenated. Watching Rocky Balboa, nostalgia of the first movie will hit you like a wave, but it's a wave you'll enjoy riding.… Expand

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TheDude-Nov 17, 2015

Rocky Balboa is a great send off to the series delivering on some great acting and scenes filled fantastic dialogue and emotion and is one of the best in the series as always the end fight is as always brilliantly executed and has a lot ofRocky Balboa is a great send off to the series delivering on some great acting and scenes filled fantastic dialogue and emotion and is one of the best in the series as always the end fight is as always brilliantly executed and has a lot of tension and is awe inspiring my only problem with the film is that the villain of the film "Dixon" wasn't as intimidating and threatening as i would have liked him to be.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJan 7, 2016

Rocky Balboa will bring back all the Rocky moments from all the trainings to the fighting. You'll at least enjoy this movie more than Rocky V anyways.

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Jk9785Nov 19, 2018

Saves the franchise 16 years after the absolutely dreadful Rocky V. Stallone's performance is much better here, and though the story, and some of the characters (Mason Dixon, really?) are ridiculous, its overall charm helps its case.

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JPKJan 26, 2020

Satisfying Conclusion
Rocky Balboa is a huge improvement over Rocky V with a poignant story and a good sendoff for the most famous underdog in all of cinema.

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GorbaxDec 2, 2017

Rocky Balboa, though implausible, is a great movie that almost makes up for the disaster of Rocky V. Accompanying the originals while standing well on its own.

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Miles_SDec 3, 2017

Rocky Balboa, though implausible, is a great movie that almost makes up for the disaster of Rocky V. Accompanying the originals while standing well on its own.

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TheRussianatorApr 10, 2018

A breath of fresh air from the previous installment of this long-lasting franchise. Stallone seems to get better with age, because he's great in this movie. The story is once again very simple, but Stallone pulls it off as a director andA breath of fresh air from the previous installment of this long-lasting franchise. Stallone seems to get better with age, because he's great in this movie. The story is once again very simple, but Stallone pulls it off as a director and actor. The only major problem with this movie is the villain. Mason "The Line" Dixon will not be remembered by the fans as much as Ivan Drago or Apollo Creed or even Mr.T. I thought he was very bland and not menacing in the slightest. Otherwise, this is a great boxing movie, that will please those who're still willing to see Rocky beat some ass.… Expand

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DMGDealerJun 25, 2020

The final Rocky instalment was really good. I would say Sylvester Stallone, Milo Ventimigilia, and the rest of the cast did a fantastic job in this movie. I would even say it's in between 2 and 3 personally but really took the sour taste ofThe final Rocky instalment was really good. I would say Sylvester Stallone, Milo Ventimigilia, and the rest of the cast did a fantastic job in this movie. I would even say it's in between 2 and 3 personally but really took the sour taste of Rocky V away. The plot itself was very dramatic and inspirational. It's about fighting for one final moment for greatness and when you get knocked down you keep getting back up. If you haven't seen this movie yet, check it out sometime. It's definitely worth seeing.… Expand

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FidelGastroDec 7, 2021

Decent ending to Rocky's story. The fact that Sylvester Stallone has gotten into the form he has in the film in so many years is incredible. The final fight is riveting, but done in such a way that Rocky at least has a chance. However, theDecent ending to Rocky's story. The fact that Sylvester Stallone has gotten into the form he has in the film in so many years is incredible. The final fight is riveting, but done in such a way that Rocky at least has a chance. However, the Italian Stallion in his prime would have destroyed such an opponent in the first or second round. Excellent film 8/10… Expand

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liamexeMar 10, 2023

I enjoy remembering every detail from the original. Rocky returning to the old area pleases me. He's still the underdog, which I admire. It is, however, an unfair underdog. He's in the finest shape of anyone his age, yet he doesn't come offI enjoy remembering every detail from the original. Rocky returning to the old area pleases me. He's still the underdog, which I admire. It is, however, an unfair underdog. He's in the finest shape of anyone his age, yet he doesn't come off as a formidable foe. It's more plausible when his hand is conveniently broken in the first round, but it's also quite handy. If this is Rocky's last fight, it's a fitting manner for him to leave the ring.… Expand

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BlancoA.Dec 21, 2006

It's a decent movie, but as a boxing fan, the dramatized finale doesn't really do it for me any more. However, the character of "rocky" (which I forgot wasn't just sly in a hat) was fun to see again. And the movitvational It's a decent movie, but as a boxing fan, the dramatized finale doesn't really do it for me any more. However, the character of "rocky" (which I forgot wasn't just sly in a hat) was fun to see again. And the movitvational speech by his trainer, Tony "Duke" Burton was worth the price of admission by itself. It's just a small, nice film. You'll enjoy it.… Expand

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JenniferDec 26, 2006

I agree with most of the reviews below. Seeing this installment of Rocky was like catching up with an old friend. I think true Rocky fans will love the film. I mean, we have been involved with Rocky for years now. He is part of the family. I I agree with most of the reviews below. Seeing this installment of Rocky was like catching up with an old friend. I think true Rocky fans will love the film. I mean, we have been involved with Rocky for years now. He is part of the family. I will say there is a scene in the movie that is gut wrenching. Absolutely tears at your heart. Overall, well done. The movie blends in well with the previous five while keeping up the the times and boxing as it is today. I believe Rocky fans will come out to see the movie and feel the magic one last time. All Rocky fans should make sure they come out for this one. It will be worth it.… Expand

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JeffF.Mar 28, 2007

I just wish Stallone had written some real dialogue insted of the nonstop speeches.

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MarkH.Jun 15, 2007

It benefits from low expectations and suffers from too much schmalz. But in the end, Stallone's return to the old formula that worked so well is a far more fitting end than Rocky V (and a tribute to steroids). Great touch using real It benefits from low expectations and suffers from too much schmalz. But in the end, Stallone's return to the old formula that worked so well is a far more fitting end than Rocky V (and a tribute to steroids). Great touch using real announcers and fighters.… Expand

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ErikF.Dec 16, 2006

This is how the series should end. Stallone's performance as Rocky in this film is more honest and natural than what he attempted in ROCKY V, in which his performance seemed more like an imitation or impersonation. Stallone successfully This is how the series should end. Stallone's performance as Rocky in this film is more honest and natural than what he attempted in ROCKY V, in which his performance seemed more like an imitation or impersonation. Stallone successfully pulls of three emotional monologues about (separately) grief, opportunity, and father-son relationships, reminding us that, when necessary, Stallone can be a talented actor when he needs to be. As an antagonist, Mason "The Line" Dixon is not as charismatic as Apollo Creed or entertaining as Clubber Lang, but he's not cartoonish like Ivan Drago or boorish like Tommy "The Machine" Gunn. In fact, he does not have much of a personality. He serves his purpose - a statement on the current boxing scene which lacks any real, inspiring, or entertaining champions. Burt Young once again steals the film as Paulie. Not having Talia Shire return as Adrian was a wise decision, for it gives Rocky more depth. Thankfully, Stallone cast Milo Ventimiglia to play his on-screen son rather than have his real son Sage Stallone return to the role. ROCKY fans will enjoy seeing minor characters Duke, Lil Marie (the little girl from the first filmwhom Rocky warns about hanging out on street corners and she replies, "Screw you, creepo!") and Spider Rico (who fought Rocky in the opening of the first film) reintroduced into the series. However, Mr. T returning as Clubber Lang (which was rumored on the internet) would have made the film more nostalgic and enjoyable. Overall, the film is entertaining and ROCKY/Stallone fans will enjoy it.… Expand

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MorningtonOct 23, 2010

He was right: it aint over till it's over. Rocky Balboa is a tender, poetic picture, and when you watch it, at least, when I watched it - and I've seen it twice - you will be struck by the honesty of the filmmaker. Stallone may not be a greatHe was right: it aint over till it's over. Rocky Balboa is a tender, poetic picture, and when you watch it, at least, when I watched it - and I've seen it twice - you will be struck by the honesty of the filmmaker. Stallone may not be a great director in the sense of traditional greatness, but his greatness is with the real truth by which he tells this story. He WANTS it told.… Expand

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imthenoobMar 11, 2012

Its a lot better ending to the franchise then Rocky 5 but still an un-needed one really. Its pretty much a combination of every other Rocky film. It was ok and worth the watch but I still feel it was un-needed.

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RayzorMooseNov 13, 2013

Rocky Balboa boxes for one last time.
A tale of loss and of redemption. Rocky Balboa finds a way to win hearts in this underdog story of true ability by the drive of one man.

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aadityamudharApr 17, 2016

Great movie. Awe inspiring. No fancy things about. It was convincing especially with age and time. Basically it stuck to the core elements of what made the original great. A hero faced against the odds, to rise above them a win with your heart.

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MrPajamasMay 5, 2021

A long pause and what? Another Rocky? I personally don't like the fifth part, so I was surprised that another film about Rocky was made, but I'm only happy, because this one was much better. Rocky is older here. It's just not what it used toA long pause and what? Another Rocky? I personally don't like the fifth part, so I was surprised that another film about Rocky was made, but I'm only happy, because this one was much better. Rocky is older here. It's just not what it used to be. But what will he do? Correctly. He will not be stopped by age! He locks up to get at least closer to where he was. This is it! This is the one Rocky I missed in the previous movie. A proper workout and then hop into the ring to destroy the opponent. For me, a good film that I recommend.… Expand

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PseudocriticDec 4, 2022

Rocky Balboa es una película cual se siente innecesaria, pero que cuenta con el factor nostalgia y nos da ese mensaje de que la vida es dura y no todo serán cosas buenas, pero que lo importante es seguir adelante.

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AliAhmadWaseemApr 26, 2023

This movie brings back the tones of the original Rocky movies before Rocky V's failure to support it, but one big thing wrong with it is how Rocky is 60 and is still fighting the world champ, but that still gives a good lesson out of that,This movie brings back the tones of the original Rocky movies before Rocky V's failure to support it, but one big thing wrong with it is how Rocky is 60 and is still fighting the world champ, but that still gives a good lesson out of that, but overall it's a great motivational movie.… Expand

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ReidF.Jan 27, 2007

I really wanted to like this movie more, and I admire Stallone for keeping the focus small and intimate. It's OK while you're watching it, but you forget it as soon as you leave the theater.

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ChadS.Dec 24, 2006

Like the "Star Wars" prequels, the highlight of "Rocky Balboa" is the music. Both films are dependent on the audience's nostalgia for its predecessors and can't truly stand on their own merits. If you're not genuinely thrilled Like the "Star Wars" prequels, the highlight of "Rocky Balboa" is the music. Both films are dependent on the audience's nostalgia for its predecessors and can't truly stand on their own merits. If you're not genuinely thrilled when Rocky charges up those Philadelphian steps; you're either a corpse, or a Rocky virgin. "Rocky Balboa", unfortunately, lays on the sentimentality a little too thick, and the most ardent fan has to admit; somewhat forced(same turtles, fine; but same hat and coat after thirty years?) to the brink of preposterousness(that pet shop must be a front for some drug operation). "Rocky Balboa" impressively recreates the look and feel from the John Avildsen-directed original, which makes psychological sense since Rocky is living in the past. What doesn't make sense is the deployment of that same color palette for the scenes detailing the Mason Dixon(Antonio Tarver) camp. To me, there should be a color contrast to indicate both fighters' psychical state. But that would be an art film. In an art film, Adrian(Talia Shire, who must've been royally pissed to be left out) wouldn't be flickering for the people who loved "Ghost". Mrs. Balboa's presence would exist solely in her grieving husband's eyes. To Stallone's credit, he could've pulled it off. The big fight starts off well(it's presented in real time), but then Stallone gets artsy(oh,oh), and makes the unfortunate switch to ornate montage, which to me, resembles a collaboration between Rod Serling and Darin Aronofsky("Requeim for a Heavyweight Dream").… Expand

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TyranianMay 23, 2019

A decent late Rocky movie with good performances and some strong scenes though still a far cry from the original.

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gracjanskiFeb 20, 2022

The main problem of the movie is the credibility. So a 50+ year old man is boxing again after many years and fights against the dominating world champion...this is ridiculous, just like the fighting scenes without any defense. But the bestThe main problem of the movie is the credibility. So a 50+ year old man is boxing again after many years and fights against the dominating world champion...this is ridiculous, just like the fighting scenes without any defense. But the best part in the Rocky series is the character and story part for me, and this time they didnt kick so much like in the other Rocky parts.… Expand

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BroyaxApr 5, 2017

"Eh, Rocky vient d'ouvrir son restau !
-Qu'est-ce qu'on y sert ?
-De la dinde aux marrons !" Voilà donc Rocky VI logiquement retraité et nostalgique après une quantité de coups d'éclats et une carrière mouvementée... Veuf et désoeuvré en"Eh, Rocky vient d'ouvrir son restau !
-Qu'est-ce qu'on y sert ?
-De la dinde aux marrons !"

Voilà donc Rocky VI logiquement retraité et nostalgique après une quantité de coups d'éclats et une carrière mouvementée... Veuf et désoeuvré en compagnie de son beauf' Paulie, l'inénarrable et aigri Paulie, personnage toujours aussi hilarant de la saga, notre pauvre vieux devrait au moins profiter de sa reconversion mais -et le parallèle avec la carrière de ce vieux Sylvestre est flagrant- on ne raccroche pas les gants comme ça, surtout lorsqu'il s'agit de relancer la machine (à fric et à succès) d'un acteur -à l'instar de Schwarzy- qui a bien du mal à gérer sa fin de parcours.

Ainsi, Sly tente de faire de son âge un atout qu'il incorpore plus ou moins bien dans le scénario, et au forceps s'il le faut. Il s'agit cela dit -il faut le reconnaître- du meilleur rôle de sa carrière, un rôle d'un boxeur brave, bonhomme et d'une spontanéité désarmante, indubitablement sympathique en somme. D'autant que son doubleur Alain Dorval est toujours là pour le sublimer en VF... beuhaaaar !

On se trouve donc en terrain connu et rebattu et on peut prédire la fin du film au bout de 15 mn. Il n'y a plus rien à essorer de cette licence désormais, et peu importe les vélléités de Sylvestre à cet égard. On regrette d'ailleurs des effets et un montage lors du combat final peu satisfaisants et en net retrait des précédents Rocky.

Ce qui n'empêche pas contre toute attente d'apprécier -encore- ici et là le personnage de Rocky et un humour bien venu (involontaire ou non, voilà qui ne change heureusement pas) et de se laisser porter, plein d'indulgence, par le dernier (?) baroud d'honneur du boxeur opiniâtre suranné.… Expand

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TonyC.Jan 3, 2007

I was somewhat disappointed because much of this movie felt really forced. The heavyweight champs in the other movies were very believable, this champ looks like middleweight. 60 year old Rocky had a bigger build than this Kevin Garnet I was somewhat disappointed because much of this movie felt really forced. The heavyweight champs in the other movies were very believable, this champ looks like middleweight. 60 year old Rocky had a bigger build than this Kevin Garnet look-alike. It's a shame that Stallone didn't use a real heavywight, because that would have made the final scene more realistic. Many of the other actors did not fit either, and some of the scenes were just too unrealistic [**SPOILER***] Rocky's son quiting his job after his Rocky's speech to watch his dad train . And do you expect us to believe that Rocky, after all these years, has no one else to bring to Vegas than "little" Marie and her son. I wouldn't expect Rocky to have to bribe people into becoming his friends. I really wanted to like this film, and the final scene made me forget some of the flaws, but as another reviewer said, it felt like it was written by a college kid.… Expand

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amheretojudgeFeb 14, 2018

you used to fit right here..

Rocky Balboa There is only one reason to watch another installment of this franchise and its the protagonist for the character is written so beautifully and perfect that you cannot not ask for more. Rocky Balboayou used to fit right here..

Rocky Balboa

There is only one reason to watch another installment of this franchise and its the protagonist for the character is written so beautifully and perfect that you cannot not ask for more. Rocky Balboa has a heart right in the middle of it and even though it is broken and it aches it still beats faster and pounds some of the hardest knockout punch though. Sylvester Stallone shows maturity on writing and directing the characters even though some things are difficult to digest, in the end it bodes well to the tone of the series. Rocky Balboa is a final salute by Sylvester as a seeker for a better closure and he pretty much gets it right for the character and the fans all around it with satisfactory results.… Expand

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BlackS.Jan 22, 2007

Too cheesy, cliched, trite and generally unintelligent for most British people to appreciate. I would recommend for adolescents only.

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ToddB.Apr 2, 2007

Rocky's soliloquies were embarassingly simple and of the dime-store philosopher type. He still hasn't learned to keep his hands up, so he's still a human punching bag. Joe Cortez let the fight continue after the 50+ year old Rocky's soliloquies were embarassingly simple and of the dime-store philosopher type. He still hasn't learned to keep his hands up, so he's still a human punching bag. Joe Cortez let the fight continue after the 50+ year old fighter was knocked down twice in one round? Never. Suspension of disbelief was impossible because we were given proposterous story elements. Bad performances and even worse dialogue pepper this disaster.… Expand

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ArnieG.Dec 21, 2006

Disapointing. The Schmaltzy music is unbearable. . Solidly acted but outrageously sappy. Slightly better than Rocky 5 but just barely.

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CablesDec 23, 2006

Other than a few somewhat funny (yet completely forced) one liners, this movie was a huge disappointment. I can't believe the reviews are this good. It honestly felt like the movie was written by a college kid who saw one too many Other than a few somewhat funny (yet completely forced) one liners, this movie was a huge disappointment. I can't believe the reviews are this good. It honestly felt like the movie was written by a college kid who saw one too many sports movies.… Expand

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UnorusJancoDec 25, 2015

Rocky V was a better ending to the series, this is just pure fanservice with no heart nor originality, it feels like a **** remake of a good movie, just like Rocky II.

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Bigwillyhaver69Jul 21, 2023

I was somewhat disappointed because much of this movie felt really forced..

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RonR.Dec 29, 2006

I was extremely disappointed after watching this movie. I have watched the older Rocky films at least 4 or 5 times each, and this movie seemed really forced. It just doesn't work. There is absolutely NO boxing or training or action I was extremely disappointed after watching this movie. I have watched the older Rocky films at least 4 or 5 times each, and this movie seemed really forced. It just doesn't work. There is absolutely NO boxing or training or action until the last 30 minutes of the movie. Also, the fighter who opposes Rocky has absolutely no personality, unlike Apollo Creed, Ivan Drago, or Clubber Lang. I honestly had a bad feeling in my stomach 5 days after watching this movie. Stallone tries to mimic himself from 20 years ago, but it just doesn't work. I advise fans of the Rocky series to avoid this movie at all costs, because this has completely ruined Rocky for me. Personally, I trusted the reviews and was severely disappointed, so I advise anyone planning to see this movie to avoid it, unless you like slow, sentimental movies instead of boxing.… Expand

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GregG.Jan 12, 2007

This movie was very disappointing. After seeing the older installments of the series, I expected to see a rival fighter with some character. Also, it seemed like Stallone was really forcing himself to get back to character, and failed while This movie was very disappointing. After seeing the older installments of the series, I expected to see a rival fighter with some character. Also, it seemed like Stallone was really forcing himself to get back to character, and failed while doing so. If you are younger, like me, and are a fan of the old Rocky movies, I would avoid seeing this one. The movie has a deeper meaning about aging, but for me personally, it ruined the entire series. Overall, not a horrible movie, but I would avoid seeing it. If you have not seen the older Rocky movies, see those instead!… Expand

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WhatupDec 22, 2006

The worst rocky yet it was nothing but talking and like 1 minute training and rocky is flirting with a 30 year old and what happened to adrian.

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LeslieD.Feb 4, 2007

Terrible dialogue, one dimensional characters, plain old terrible.

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DaveyBJul 16, 2007

I always wondered if, as some say, the miracle at Fatima was due to mass delusion, or if it was truly a sign of the existence of God. I was hesitant to believe the skeptics as I couldn't understand how it was possible for a delusional I always wondered if, as some say, the miracle at Fatima was due to mass delusion, or if it was truly a sign of the existence of God. I was hesitant to believe the skeptics as I couldn't understand how it was possible for a delusional episode involving so many people to occur. However, now I know that mass delusion is a legitimate phenomenon. 'Rocky Balboa' is not, unlike so many professional, and amateur critics have stated, an inspirational film. It sucked big time. I was going to write a full appraisal of this film, but due to my disillusionment with the authenticity of the Miracle at Fatima, and with it the disappearance of any slither of Faith I had left, I don't think I will bother. Thanks 'Rocky Balboa'. Thank you, for this nihilistic nightmare you have delivered upon me. Twice.… Expand

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emoneyNov 28, 2012

ONE OF THE WORST MOVIES ever all they did was talk the whole time and rocky was like 60 fighting a 25 yr old and the match wasnt even legit this movie sucked id rather be someones slave then watch it ever again.

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AJSJun 15, 2009

This movie was a huge disaapointment! Why bother fighting at 60 yrs old? Why? The trainer remarks he has no speed, no agility and all we can rely on is massive trauma. Even the fight is pointless unless you could match Rocky in his prime This movie was a huge disaapointment! Why bother fighting at 60 yrs old? Why? The trainer remarks he has no speed, no agility and all we can rely on is massive trauma. Even the fight is pointless unless you could match Rocky in his prime against the champ who by the way has absolutley no personality. Rocky has heart but there is a time to let things go and move on without having to prove something you have already proven. Rocky deserved better, sorry SLY.… Expand

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IainM.Jan 21, 2007

A disaster of a movie - a 60 year old fighting a 30 year old?! I don't think so - Very poor, very shallow, one of the worst films i've seen for ages. Has about as much depth as "Scooby Doo".

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BuckD.Apr 12, 2007

OMG, this movie isn't bad, it is probably the most pathetic display ive ever seen...its not that I don't understand Sly's need to be a hero again, its more difficult to get how people actually like it...pityful.

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ThememesterJul 11, 2023

Clichéd trash. How does a 70 year old hold his own against a current champ lmao the fight was hilarious too

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