His whole life was a million-to-one shot

Rating: 10/10 (15 June 2005)

The Film follows the life of a South Paw fighter named Rocky Balboa 'The Itlain Stallion' a promising club fighter from Philadelphia. At the age of 30 he is saw past his prime by Micky the boxing trainer, however he still continues in boxing. He also pursues a young shy girl Adrian sister to Rocky's friend Paulie a drunk who thinks the world owes him. Meanwhile world champion boxer Apollo Creed is in Philadelphia scheduled to fight to defend his crown when his opponents is injured. He conjures up a plan to fight an unknown local fight being SOUTH PAW ROCKY BALBOA. The fight is set, Rocky begins to train hard through many hours to compete with this supreme fighter. His life is on the up, he has a new love in Adrian and a Manager who loves him (Micky), all he needs now is to keep it together and win the fight to become world champion! Is it possible or will it be the chance the slipped by Rocky? The film is brilliantly directed and very well written, it is still a classic to this day. I would recommend this film to everyone of all ages it is well worth the watch, hope you enjoy it!!!