Rocky IV (1985)
7/10
If you don't like Rocky IV you're a communist
20 February 2023
Warning: Spoilers
Rocky IV is arguably the most famous of all the Rocky sequels. It's the one where Rocky travels to the Soviet Union and wins over the people of Moscow by beating seven bells into Ivan Drogo. It was a blatant propaganda piece where the Soviets are cruel and ruthless and will dope to win whilst Rocky uses good old rustic training techniques to prepare for the big fight.

Rocky IV was a short film, it was only 87 minutes and it had a lot of training montages. But it was a fun experience, especially the final fight. It was one of the best the series has produced. Drogo stood in contrast to Rocky's previous opponents since he was a man of few words. He was pure height and muscle. And he was a lot more intimidating because of this.

Rocky IV was a pure American cheese, for better and for worst. The film saw Vince DiCola take over the composing duties and it was pull '80s joy. However, this was the film to introduce Paulie's robot servant which was ridiculous, even in this film.
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