Probably one of the best sequels ever made.

Rating: 9/10 (6 February 2012)

In the summer of 1982 I recall the attack of the sequels for any or all franchises. This was one of the reasons that may have been tough promoting another "Rocky" movie-but alas another mega hit was made. I always respected the original Oscar winner for being original and a very personal story I felt to it's star. But for the life of me I never felt it's power until it's final shot. There was already a long awaited rematch that everyone was always curious about if you asked the average "Rocky" fan and they delivered in "Rocky II." So to come back and try to convince fans that "The Italian Stallion" had some more magic would be hard trick. The opening scenes start where the 2nd film ended him triumphant in his re-match with Apollo. From there we're given a montage of his success in boxing since he beat Apollo. We're also simultaneously introduced to his new adversary played by that's right Mr.T. Why does all of this work? As much as glossy TV ad take over of Hollywood into movies there's been cool things and they're have been unforgivable things. This movie implements those things into the story using visual and music perfectly. If you don't start singing along to that cheesy classic Survivor theme song then this movie is not for you.