Decent movie in its genre.

Rating: 7/10 (11 December 2015)

I've been a huge fan of the Rocky Balboa movies, where this is a spin-off/ continuation off. I saw Rocky rise, stumble and get back up again through out the series. After the Rocky Balboa movie it was clear.. my beloved character wouldn't be able to take on the gloves in a believable way. So thats one of the angles of "Creed". Rocky fans will instanly know what Creed stands for and yes your suspicions are true. Without giving spoilers i think this was a good road to go by. It has its roots in the previous movies while still staying fresh enough to get the attention of people who never saw every Rocky movie or even none at all. Now why i only gave it a 7. Although this movie is good its far from great. It clearly shows its not directed by Mr Stallone. And even though its a tough job and the director did perform nicely.. it feels just a little off. Another reason for my grade is the explanation of the character and his background. I felt it to far-fetched for a movie connected to the Rocky series. They could have gone with a more simple and easier believable path then this one. Also some fight scenes bothered me greatly. Usually i never see mistakes in movies the first time i watch them. But here.. i did. A jab that doesn't land even close and still they try to sell as if it did, the special make-up for wounds inflicted. Not something i enjoy seeing.
Still it is a good movie even though it could have been better. After all its just the first one. All the new characters have to grow in their role and this is a tough time to reboot or even continue an excisting franchise. It also answers small questions that were still unanswered. That really pleased me as a fan and for that i compliment the people who made this. If there is a sequel made then yes i will watch it. ALthough i hope everyone is more used to their role by then. I also hope more characters will return from previous ones. Especially old opponents.
If your a Rocky fan you'll want to see this. Just don't expect a Rocky-like quality or even a Rocky Jr kind of movie. Its a Creed movie. Bare that in mind.