I agree pretty much with Don Marco. The first Rocky was wonderful and seeing it at the theater at it's release added to the enjoyment. At the time, it was a unique "human" story when seeing the underdog rise to the top was heartwarming.

I don't know if it's because I am a woman, but I liked the Rocky/Adrian storyline as well in the first one. I think it was necessary to show his personal life/personality as well as his fighting ability.

I too, liked the last one the least, but didn't think it was all that bad. Then again, I'm a Sly fan, so I guess I'm biased in that respect.

And Don Marco's right about the music. The Rocky theme blasting in the theater made everyone feel good!!!

TIS

"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK

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