Better story than the first

Rating: 5/10 (20 March 2006)

'Rocky II' is the sequel to the successful 'Rocky' film, and in some ways, it is better. The story of 'Rocky II' was much better, for example. It is not as slow as the first one, and it is more powerful. The acting also improved along with the story, and the showdown between Apollo Creed and Rocky was shot very well. There is also the romantic and personal life moments for Rocky as his wife gives birth and as they struggle to make ends meet. The relationship between the two is strained, and the film captures this element well with the change in events and the focus on life, love, and training. Adrian is Rocky's strength in many ways. A better story than the original, this one should not be missed.