Rocky Balboa

  • 2006


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Positive Reviews 85
Negative reviews 16
Average Rating 3.4/5
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3.5
It turns out that the added years only benefit the character, making him seem touchingly new because hes so old. EW
1.5
Even goodwill cant make this look like anything more than a glorified TV special. Surely its time for the audience to throw in the towel Time Out
2.5
Which isnt to say that we dont form a relationship with these creatures.
4.5
But Rocky Balboa, which brings back Burt Young (the irascible brother in law Paulie, whos a few knuckle hairs shy of Cro Magnon when he drinks) but no ..
3.0
And then theres Stallones mush mouthed and even mushier hearted Italian Stallion, a brawny slab of meat who, in round one, floored not only Apollo Cre ..
4.4
The proverbial sun has set with enough grace to make us all feel a little apologetic for the doubt we all had on the character who was a champ well be .. E Film Critic
2.5
In a way, thats enough, but its only just enough, and thats disappointing. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
If you hear the Rocky theme and think 118 118, you might wonder what all the fuss is about. For the rest of us, this is a reminder of why we fell in l ..
3.5
Ultimately, Rocky Balboa is so wonderfully self aware that you cant help but respect Stallone for putting it out there. Cinema Blend
3.1
Touchingly nostalgic, the sixth chapter in the saga of Sylvester Stallones eternal underdog packs a far more powerful punch than anyone would have exp .. Ny Daily News
2.8
Though even in this incarnation Rocky remains a likable lug, he was unwise to come out of well deserved retirement. One Guys Opinion
3.8
However, Rocky Balboa, like the original Rocky, isnt about winning. ReelViews
3.8
A deep and astonishingly authentic streak of melancholy runs through this fifth sequel to the 1976 sleeper that made both struggling actor Sylvester S .. Tv Guide
3.8
Its a fascinating and ultimately stirring look at an artists soul. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.8
Rocky ponders that time goes by too fast; Paulie doesnt see it going fast enough. Mark Reviews Movies
4.2
Shadow boxing his original film in every respect without ever cannibalizing it, Stallones Rocky Balboa is a joyous thing.
3.8
Stallones far from subtle screenplay ultimately does more damage than good (something thats particularly noticeable in the films strangely jingoistic .. Reel Film Reviews
3.8
The sixth and probably final film in the famed Rocky series is perhaps the best of the lot. Lariat
3.8
For the first time in years, Rocky isnt fighting again just because Stallone wanted to make another sequel. Eric Ds Nider
2.5
He doesnt bother characterizing Dixon, for instance, presumably because the reigning champ isnt Rockys real antagonist anyway. ( News Review
3.0
Fans of the series will enjoy this as a chance to revisit an old friend, although the storys structure is so familiar that it almost feels like a geri .. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
With Rocky Balboa, Stallones created the first real sequel to his original, a deserving bookend that recaptures that films sense of character and real .. Pop Matters
3.5
To its credit, Rocky Balboa gets the complexity of the image and all it might mean for viewers (and imitators). Pop Matters
3.0
Ridiculous, but nonetheless enjoyable, this drags a lot for the first half but rallies for the final act with a crowd pleasing one two of training mon .. View London
4.5
Equally heartfelt, equally moving, equally astute about the iconographies of movies and classic characters, Rocky Balboa and I hate to say it, but wha .. Film Journal International ..
3.1
As expected, Rocky Balboa is pretty cornball, cliched and predictable. Yet theres more life than you might think in the old war horse both the charact .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
Its shameless, heartening, and fairly sad; the cinematic equivalent of a toupee that doesnt convince. Boston
3.5
Stallone wanted in this movie to restore dignity to his greatest character. Smh
4.5
And, a desiccated, wizened old Peter OToole isnt really what I was looking to see at Christmastime either. Npr
4.5
lectrifying in its gritty subtlety and powerful in its authenticity...
2.5
Shamelessly nostalgic, strenuously formulaic and utterly bereft of unforeseen developments, Rocky Balboa nevertheless has its modest charms. Toronto Star
2.8
The sixth and hopefully last segment of the Rocky saga that began three decades ago is meant to serve an aging star, but has little new to say themati .. Emanuellevy
3.1
There is such poignancy to Rocky Balboa, especially in his advanced years and having been returned to the place in life where we first met him, that t .. Q Network
4.5
He provides a truly good return to form as Rocky Balboa, and hes awfully likable without being pathetic. Cinema Crazed
4.5
Even as Sylvester Stallones long goodbye to the heroic underdog who made him famous descends from pathos into silliness, and from fairy tale into hall .. Salon
4.0
The problems facing Rocky are the same as those that Sylvestor Stallone must deal with: a once great career, a slide into obscurity and a return to th .. Flim List
4.5
The old bastards done it again. Sylvester Stallone has done with this film what his character does in the movie: he has come out and delivered that la ..
1.0
Whats the Deal OK, lets say youre down for the vanity project masquerading as a metaphor for Stallones career. Movies
4.5
Stallone did what he needed to do, and hes got my respect for taking all the criticism and flack just to end things the right way. Flim Threet
2.0
The film meanders along this path for a long, slow while, a primitive soap opera dressed up as street poetry. Bbc
3.0
Then again, at least it doesnt feel as contrived as some of the other sequels, which became all too predictable by the time the abysmal Rocky V was re .. Bullz-Eye
1.5
The thing about Rocky Balboa is that it had no business being as good as it was. Uproxx
2.0
Plays like Stallone simply headed to the set with his handy Rocky checklist, ticked off all the items and called it a day. Las Vegas Weekly
4.0
The Rocky Balboa you were hoping for, dreaming for, and an astonishing personal triumph for Stallone. Bring on Rambo IV Total Film
2.0
Above all this is a film for gluttons for punishment, for those who never ever can get enough of Sylvester Stallone. Everyone else, please leave the b .. Calendar Live
3.0
In the obligatory boxing terms, Balboa will K.O. your expectations, but that may only be because theyre rightfully below the belt to begin with and be .. Hollywood
3.8
After a very shaky start, the film gradually overcomes our resistance, satisfies our credulity, wins us over and gives us an inspirational high. Seattle Pi
3.2
Stallone wrote and directed this cinematic ride down memory lane that puts a final grace note on his indelible creation. Coles Mithey
3.8
It is a good movie, solid entertainment perfect for a cold winters afternoon, and for all my initial reticence now that Ive watched it I cant wait to .. Movie Freak
4.0
Its interesting that this film doesnt have a number attached to it, because it might be the one true sequel to Rocky.
4.0
Could they actually make a convincing movie about a geriatric prize fighter The answer, surprisingly, is yes 7M Pictures
4.2
Stallone still has what it takes to make Rocky the peoples champ, and while the film is by no means a knockout, it will certainly be right there til t .. Film School Rejects
4.5
What gives Rocky Balboa its unexpected pathos is the titanic humility of Stallones performance, the earnestness with which he plays a man knocked down .. La Weekly
3.8
Rocky Balboa is the best Rocky movie since the original and a fitting final (we hope) tribute to one of the great American movie characters. Kansas City
1.5
As a franchise, the Rocky saga has seen both improbable highs (IVs goofy triumph over Communism) and wincible lows (IIIs breakdancing robot), but the .. The Stranger
3.8
The purpose is to show us that Stallone and his creation have both still got it. All they ask is that we give them a chance. Thankfully, the new film .. Christianity Today
3.8
Though technically the sixth in the series, this sure seems an awful lot like a remake of the first film in the storied franchise, as it somehow manag .. News Blaze
4.0
A compelling and emotionally touching film that reminds of the first two Rocky movies, Rocky Balboa is an excellent finale which shows just how good a .. Matts Movie Reviews
3.8
For a series that seemed out of gas decades ago, Rocky Balboa is a knock out. Big Picture Big Sound
3.1
His performance seemed so much better 30 years ago, and fit moviemaking style much better back then. Waffle Movies
3.8
A return to the basics of the original, more character study than action movie. Montreal Film Journal
3.5
Note to any other would be franchise revivalists consult Stallone. Window To The Movies
0.5
To quote that great pugilist Terry Malloy, this is a one way ticket to Palookaville. Film Guardian
1.0
The unfortunate effect is that of an invisible angel of death hooking Rockys mouth with a fishing line and implacably reeling him in. Film Guardian
3.5
Smartly, Rocky Balboa not only acknowledges how ridiculous and unseemly it is to resubmit the Italian Stallion into the pop culture fray of 2006, but .. Or Lando Weekly
4.5
As usual with Stallones Rocky sequels, the schmaltz is unbearable, but the fight is plausibly handled, and Stallones sincere sadness at growing older .. Chicago Reader
3.5
Rocky, one of Hollywoods iconic characters, finally gets to retire with dignity. Jam! Movies
3.8
Stallone, now 60, has something in common with Rocky hes an awkwardly bulked up dinosaur, fighting to prove that the game hasnt passed him by. On that ..
2.8
The surprise, however, is that theres good material at all unexpected and unlooked for, but welcome nonetheless. Flip Side Archive
1.8
The public doesnt have much love for Dixon because his opponents are viewed as a bunch of cupcake punching bags. From The Balcony
3.5
If geriatric turtles and a dead wife sound like a slow start, thats the point. Rocky films are essentially exercises in delayed gratification. Film4
2.0
You either buy into this premise or you dont and Im sorry to say I found Rocky utterly preposterous. Future Movies
2.5
not as cringe inducing as some might expect nor is it the unintentional laugh riot Stallone detractors might have been wishing for but its a lot more .. James Sanford on Film
4.5
Physically, Stallone went to great lengths to age himself (Im tellin ya that skin care line makes it difficult to look old!)
3.8
Sylvester Stallone has, of course, made a movie about himself. Maybe part of the reason why the film works is because its clearly so personal. Aisle Seat
3.5
Yo, Rocky fans, hes back! This is the way Stallone wants to close this chapter and you can tell he put his heart into the project. It doesnt always wo .. TheMovieChicks.com
1.7
The ol lug cant be blamed for wanting one last victory lap, but if youve got nothing to offer except benign nostalgia, just let the gloves stay on the .. New York Time Out
4.5
Maybe thats the point, but throwing in some black and white frames doesnt change the fact that it essentially looks like watching TV. Can Mag
4.5
While Stallone is appropriately fiery in key scenes, its his way with the characters tossed off pearls of wisdom and one liners that makes him especia .. IGN Movies
2.2
The first four fifths of the film is a meandering lead up to the inevitable getting in shape montage, run up the steps and a big fight. Up until that .. Detroit News
3.2
Give Stallone credit for originality turning a sports pic into a trip down memory lane. Compuserve
2.8
... just another who needs it sequel preaching to the choir. Its no knockout, but at least its better than Rocky V. Review Journal
4.5
If you doubt Rockys cultural influence, dont miss the ending credits.) Parent Previews
3.5
Call it a comeback, but this is the best Rocky film since the 1976 original. Week In Rewind
4.2
Stallone has done the near impossible he took a long time dead character, that no one cared about, that he was clearly too old to play and make us car .. Eclipse Magazine
5.0
If you dont cheer from your seat then youre watching the wrong movie. Crazed Fan Boy
3.5
Id probably agree that Rocky Balboa is the best entry since the first one but were not exactly placing it up against any tough competition, now are we Cinematical
3.8
By remembering the little things that made the first film so successful in the first place, Sylvester Stallone has made the best Rocky film since the .. Film Jerk
4.0
The fight sequence is more tongue in cheek than glorification. Thats fine, because Stallone and his cast earn enough points before the match to make R .. 2 The Advocate
3.1
Does right by the big lug and proves hes got some fight left in him. Chicago Tribune
3.2
In an achievement befitting the boxer, Stallone delivers a sucker punch in finding a way to make this underdog comeback story succeed. Reel Times: Reflections on ..
2.5
I still have the eye of the tiger, says Sly. Unfortunately, the tiger now has glaucoma. Movie Juice
3.5
Stallone doesnt embarrass himself nor his fans...its pretty good. Supercala.com
3.1
This is a story that touches people, even if the more jaded among us are apt to roll our eyes.
4.5
The premise of Rocky Balboa is pretty preposterous, yet somehow it manages to work because Stallone imbues the proceedings with such heart and pathos. Zaki's Corner
4.2
Its nice to have such a powerful reminder on how much of a charmer Stallone can be. Its been far too long. English Oh My News
4.0
restores the heart to one of Hollywoods most popular underdog sagas a heart thats gone missing in an increasingly superficial and cynical series of se .. Democratand Chronicle
3.8
Stallone doesnt pander to audiences with unearned sentiment. He believes in his story, in the inspirational element that has sent thousands of folks r .. Charlotte
3.1
Theres nothing particularly memorable here no profound triumphs or lasting rallying cries.
1.5
Most boxers age like a fine boxed wine kept in the trunk of a Oldsmobile driving on the equator. Just ask Evander Holyfield, although he might not und .. Rich Mond
5.0
Rocky Balboa is so awesome that everyone else who makes movies may as well just give up now. Its not going to get any better than this. Arizona Daily Star
2.8
The quick trip through will keep most audiences from reflecting on how dim witted the film really is.
3.0
Rocky returns from the long layoff with an outing that may please the mainstream, but lets down fans of the franchise. Reelz Channel
3.5
The big surprise is that it also has just enough referential wit and nostalgic charm to keep the smiles coming through the schmaltz. Access Atlanta
3.8
Sylvester Stallone has decided to give his punch addled fighter one more round, and the result isnt half bad. Rather, Rocky Balboa is about 30 percent .. Reno Gazette-Journal
0.5
Its like playing Rocky on the Nintendo when youve already played it on the X Box. Mcn Blogs
3.0
Its not a knockout by any means, but it still packs a strong emotional wallop and is stylistically closer to the first film than it is to the others i .. Scott Mantz' Movie Reviews ..
1.5
In 2006, though, Rocky Balboa merely feels like a shameless vanity project.



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