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Kai82Oct 16, 2020

The sequel is a bit weaker but still a good movie in the franchise. It starts directly after Rocky ended. While initially neither Rocky nor Apollo want a rematch Apollo has lurking doubts. Rocky has proven to be worthy and maybe a superiorThe sequel is a bit weaker but still a good movie in the franchise. It starts directly after Rocky ended. While initially neither Rocky nor Apollo want a rematch Apollo has lurking doubts. Rocky has proven to be worthy and maybe a superior rival or at least hurt his confidence and pride. Many people even claim that Apollo or his staff manipulated the results of the fight. Meanwhile Rocky just wants a normal live with Adrianna. There is a quote in a later Rocky movie that life hits harder than any enemy could. This is shown here as Rocky (and Adrianna) struggle. He won the fame and respect but it is fast forgotten and society barely cares about yesterdays heroes. However it would not be a Rocky movie if there would be no rematch, harsh training and resolve. Again I like the relatable real live problems even when they have less of an impact than in the prequel. I must also praise the final fight as it is again intense and engaging. The cast is great again. Rocky, Adrianna, Mickey and Apollo are great in their roles. No missteps here. In my Rocky review I missed talking about the soundtrack. Maybe it is given for me that there are timeless classics. For me all Rocky movies have great soundtracks and we are not even at “Eye of the Tiger or “Burning Heart” by Survivor. But back to this movie. Overall they used the Rocky formula and made an enjoyable movie. It has not the same impact and creates not the same amount of emotions but that means not that it is garbage or even below average. It is worth watching and rememberable.… Expand

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alejandro970Jul 25, 2021

Second chances don't grow on trees, right? If one is presented, you have to find the necessary motivation, right? Something that we should be thankful for is that Stallone knew the right way to create a sequel that could well be unnecessary.Second chances don't grow on trees, right? If one is presented, you have to find the necessary motivation, right? Something that we should be thankful for is that Stallone knew the right way to create a sequel that could well be unnecessary. As is the custom, the best part comes in the last minutes, and in what form.… Expand

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MrPajamasMay 5, 2021

Rocky II follows on from the legendary first part. In my opinion, two is also better. The rest stretches in a similar style. Have a good workout and show people that you just have it and that nothing will stop you. I won't say more aboutRocky II follows on from the legendary first part. In my opinion, two is also better. The rest stretches in a similar style. Have a good workout and show people that you just have it and that nothing will stop you. I won't say more about that. Great movie for me, which I recommend.… Expand

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geewahJan 13, 2021

A more than solid sequel to the famed original.
Follows the same formula for the most part as it's predessor and does it well.

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zNeverSleepingOct 29, 2020

O primeiro "Rocky" não é um filme extraordinário, mas ao menos trouxe algo de novo. Sinto que esse aqui abusa do legado do antigo, e cai naquele vicio de tentar potencializar o que já deu certo. Nem preciso dizer que deu errado. MuitoO primeiro "Rocky" não é um filme extraordinário, mas ao menos trouxe algo de novo. Sinto que esse aqui abusa do legado do antigo, e cai naquele vicio de tentar potencializar o que já deu certo. Nem preciso dizer que deu errado. Muito errado.

O primeiro filme também se esforça para desenvolver seu personagem, mas aqui, como eu disse acima, tudo aprece ser potencializado. Ao invés de ter um personagem lento, temos um personagem burro. Ele aguentava porrada antes? Pois então, vamos fazê-lo ganhar uma luta só tomando soco na cara, com a base pra baixo, em 90% da luta. Ele tá sofrendo com a pressão pós luta? Vamos pôr uma pra de caras falando merda pra ele. Tipo, é tudo tão obvio que perde qualquer tipo de senso. Não dá pra se emocionar, se identificar, nem mesmo torcer, pois se eu tinha duvidas antes, agora tenho certeza que Rocky é um péssimo lutador.

E ainda tem mais, o filme se aproveita do sucesso passado, revivendo cenas e musicas do anterior. O que parece legal a primeira instancia, mas aspira falta de criatividade e preguiça. Outra coisa mal feita foi a transição de tempo, onde numa cena eles estão grávidos, e poucas após já está em trabalho de parto.

Enfim, isso que dá por o protagonista para dirigir e roteirizar o próprio filme. Isso é ilógico e cega qualquer um.

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Steven1981Apr 21, 2020

Rocky II was made in 1979 and Stallone directed it as far as I know, it's the continuation, sequel or follow on from the original Rocky movie... Rocky II see's the return of Talia Shire, Burt Young, Burgess Meredith, Carl Weathers and ofRocky II was made in 1979 and Stallone directed it as far as I know, it's the continuation, sequel or follow on from the original Rocky movie... Rocky II see's the return of Talia Shire, Burt Young, Burgess Meredith, Carl Weathers and of course Sylvester Stallone.... To me Rocky II is a bit like the original but added more fun to it and there's scenes like Rocky (Stallone) and Adrian (Shire) walking through or near the zoo with snow on the ground and a tiger. We also see Rocky and Adrian getting married I think, Rocky doing some television commercial stuff involving aftershave, looking for work, training, driving around in a car, buying stuff, doing part time work in a meat factory or something and Adrian (Talia Shire) slips into a brief coma with Rocky (Stallone) praying she wakes up and seeking solace in a church and also the birth of their son happens. We see a great training scene when Rocky has to catch a chicken and he says to Mickey (Burgess Meredith) "I feel like a Kentucky fried idiot" which is pretty amusing. Basically this film is better than the original and offers more in terms of entertainment and the fight at the end is even better than the original. Great acting by everyone involved and the chemistry between the actors is great and Rocky II is about Rocky's rematch with Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers). Great film and in my opinion best one in the whole series.… Expand

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OriginalDangerSep 22, 2021

Rocky II follows on from the original, directed by Stallone in 1979 it bares some contrasts to the original... Sylvester Stallone and Carl Weather's are in the hospital all mashed up from the first fight, Carl Weather's who plays Apollo CreedRocky II follows on from the original, directed by Stallone in 1979 it bares some contrasts to the original... Sylvester Stallone and Carl Weather's are in the hospital all mashed up from the first fight, Carl Weather's who plays Apollo Creed is in a wheelchair asking Stallone's character for a rematch....Rocky II has many great moments like the training at the end before the fight after Rocky's wife says WIN, also Rocky working in a meat factory before getting fired and doing silly aftershave commercials which are hilarious, him and his wife buying a new house and taking a walk through the zoo in the snow after Rocky is released from hospital, Rocky driving around in a new car which he eventually sells on, Rocky's wife slipping into a coma, just great moments after another... It's more or less similar to the original but Rocky II has more to offer, some newer ideas in there and seems more charged than the original and the rematch at the end certainly beats the fight in the original with the tempo of the fight at a faster pace and more brutal... Rocky II stars Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Carl Weather's, Burgess Meredith, Talia Shire and is a sports drama... Definitely the best Rocky movie in the series and beats the original so check out Rocky II... Excellent film even if Stallone seems very wooden at times.… Expand

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TyranianMay 1, 2019

Pretty good follow up to first film, takes a while to get going but pays off in the end.