Evening Movie: ‘Rocky’

Rated PG, 1 hour 59 minutes. 1976. Rocky tells the inspiring story of an underdog boxer, Rocky Balboa, who gets an unexpected shot at the heavyweight title. Living in a rough neighborhood and working as a small-time fighter and debt collector, Rocky’s life changes when he’s chosen to face the reigning champion, Apollo Creed. With little hope of winning, Rocky is determined to prove his worth, training relentlessly for the biggest fight of his life. The film explores themes of perseverance, self-belief, and the power of never giving up, all set against the backdrop of a tough and gritty Philadelphia.