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One sheet movie poster for the original 1976 film Rocky. The film stars Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa, an underdog boxer who gets a shot at the heavyweight championship against the charismatic Apollo Creed, played by Carl Weathers.
Key Information
Release Date: The film premiered in New York City on November 20, 1976, with a wide release in the United States on December 3, 1976.
Plot: The story follows Rocky Balboa, a small-time Philadelphia club fighter and debt collector, who is unexpectedly chosen by the world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed, for a title bout. The film is a classic "rags-to-riches" story focusing on determination, self-respect, and a love story with Adrian Pennino (Talia Shire).
Accolades: Rocky was a massive sleeper hit, earning over $225 million worldwide on a budget of just under $1 million. It received critical acclaim and won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Cultural Impact: The movie launched Sylvester Stallone's career and became a pop-cultural phenomenon, known for its inspiring narrative, iconic training montage, and theme song "Gonna Fly Now". |
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