ROCKY V (1990)
Featuring: Sylvester Stallone; Talia Shire; Sage Stallone; Tommy Morrison
Director: John G Avildsen
Of all the Rocky movies (so far) I liked this one the most. First of all, it follows a completely different format from the previous ones which, as you may remember, was my main gripe with Rocky IV. Secondly it gets much more up close and personal with the introduction of Sylvester Stallone's late son, Sage, in the role of Rocky's son, Robert.
Due to some bad business decisions, the Balboa family looses it all and, being broke, is forced to return to the old neighborhood. Here Robert (Sage Stallone) who was used to the benefits of a privileged life, now has to attend the local public school. On the other hand, and to make ends meet, Rocky (Sylvester Stallone) revives the old boxing gym he inherited from his late trainer, Mickey. But then Tommy Gunn (Tommy Morrison) enters into their lives with near disastrous consequenses.
Although this edition in the series did not receive the same rave reviews as any of its predecessors, it is still a treat to watch real life father and son portray the same relationship on screen. Besides, in my book, young Sage (who tragically passed away in 2012) did an absolutely stellar job.
And on that premise alone I rate this film 4 out of 5 stars!
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Sylvester and Sage Stallone...
...like father, like son...
...in more ways than one!
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