more than a decent sequel

Rating: 8/10 (17 January 2010)

This one is actually better than the original when it comes breathtaking fight. but definitely the original is ahead when it comes to depth , maybe i feel so cause of "original" effect. The sequel is fast paced but still spends a lot of time building the plot like the original. the switches in the fight , by which i mean switches in which player takes control , are so well placed that overall form keeps the viewer off their seats.
Technically camera work is more involving ,sound effects are just perfect. the movie carries audience with itself.
The story is better in the fact that it does uses conflict more visibly , the conflict being from the inside as well outside of the Italian boxer. this brings the naive character into a much practical world and pushes him to make decisions and thus become mature . there are highs and lows of rocky's life , the high coming as a result of previous win and lows follow through. Love is one emotion that the story involves to greater depth and plays with it. In all the story repeats the successful formula of the original and makes it more spicy.