When Sylvester Stallone wrote and starred in the original Rocky , he wasn't just making a sports movie; he was telling the ultimate "underdog" story. Rocky Balboa, the "Italian Stallion," isn't a superhero. He’s a debt collector for a loan shark who gets a million-to-one shot at the heavyweight title against Apollo Creed.
The Rocky franchise has received widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards, including:
When Sylvester Stallone wrote and starred in the original Rocky , he wasn't just making a sports movie; he was telling the ultimate "underdog" story. Rocky Balboa, the "Italian Stallion," isn't a superhero. He’s a debt collector for a loan shark who gets a million-to-one shot at the heavyweight title against Apollo Creed.
The Rocky franchise has received widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards, including: