Sylvester Stallone Says Rocky Would Never Be Made Today
Sylvester Stallone says that Rocky, the movie that would launch his career, wouldn’t be made today. Arguably the greatest film about boxing ever made, the 1976 multi-Oscar winner spawned five sequels and two spin-off films with a third one, Creed III, on the way. What’s more, Rocky launched Stallone’s career in a big way, turning him into a household name over the course of the franchise’s lifespan.
Aside from Rocky, some of the biggest films in cinematic history were made during the 1970s, including two of Francis Ford Coppola’s Godfather epics, Star Wars, and Jaws, to name just a few. It was during this time that Rocky found its foothold, telling the story of small-time Philadelphia boxer Rocky Balboa (Stallone) who finds himself in the unique position of taking on world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed in an exhibition bout. Though the film was very much entrenched in the world of boxing, its story went far deeper and explored themes like perseverance, self-confidence, honor, and love.
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Yet, as beloved as Rocky is, it belongs to a time that no longer exists. Today’s cinema has changed the entire industry in a big way, resulting in a complete change in everything from how films are consumed to how they’re distributed. At 75, Stallone understands this better than most, having been in the film industry for decades. During an interview with David Rubenstein, Stallone addressed filmmaking today, stating that a film like Rocky (and The Godfather) wouldn’t be made today, citing the shifting cinematic landscape. Check out the full video below:
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