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Article: How Rocky Balboa has lasted to a count of 5
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- December 28, 1990
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HOLLYWOOD The thought of "Rocky V," now playing at local theaters,
may leave some moviegoers feeling pummeled, pounded and downright
punchy.
But if it's easy to take jabs at the Rocky series - and the
critics have dealt plenty of kidney punches - there is no denying the
series' popularity. Consider: the total worldwide purse tops $762
million.
Fans have made star-creator Sylvester Stallone a household name,
and the films have launched the careers of a trio of athletic actors
who've portrayed his opponents.
Still, all the ring activity of titles "I" through "IV" can
leave a moviegoer wobbly. What follows is a round-by-round guide to
the Rocky films, to help readers stay on their feet. ...