Another tired sequel but still watchable

Rating: 5/10 (13 April 2020)

After the debacle of Rocky IV, expectations were not high for this final instalment. However, despite its generally poor reception, I don't mind this movie all that much.
There is certainly a bit of a change up in the plot with the introduction of Rocky Jr as a more prominent character and with Rocky taking on a coaching role. The late Sage Stallone does a solid job as Rocky Jr and his 'beat the bullies' story arc is reasonably engaging. Sly Stallone and Tommy Morrison however, are atrocious throughout this film and don't even seem like they really care about this tired plot. Tommy Gunn is comfortably the worst villain in all the Rocky movies and Morrison was a very poor casting choice.
But despite all this, Rocky V is reasonably entertaining. Richard Grant is hilarious and the production and music are as good as ever. Not a great way to round things up but not a total flop either.