It ain’t over ’til it’s over.|Dec. 20, 2006|United States|102 Min.|PG
Genre: Action;Drama
Description: Rocky Balboa, released in 2006, picks up 16 years after the events of Rocky V. Now in his early sixties, Rocky has faced significant changes in his life. He manages a modest yet thriving restaurant named ‘Adrian’s,’ a tribute to his late wife, who passed away from ovarian cancer four years earlier. No longer burdened by depression or financial struggles, Rocky has found stability and peace.
He frequently visits Adrian’s gravesite and, on the anniversary of her death, revisits the locations that were pivotal in their relationship. These include the now-shuttered J&M Tropical Fish pet shop where Adrian once worked, the site of their first date—an ice skating rink—and his old apartment where their love story began. Rocky’s son, Robert Jr., has grown distant from the family while struggling in his career as a mid-level corporate employee. Despite this, he reluctantly joins Rocky each year to honor his mother’s memory.
The story takes a turn when an ESPN program, *Then and Now*, airs a computer-generated simulation pitting Rocky in his prime against the reigning champion, Mason “The Line” Dixon. The simulation predicts Rocky’s victory by knockout in the 13th round, sparking public debate. Inspired by the simulation and feeling he still has unresolved matters, Rocky decides to return to boxing and applies to renew his license. Although he passes the physical exam with ease, the licensing committee initially rejects his application, citing his age and concerns for his safety. Rocky counters with an emotional speech, ultimately convincing the committee to grant him the license.
Cast director: Sylvester Stallone
Cast actor: Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Antonio Tarver, Geraldine Hughes, Milo Ventimiglia, Tony Burton, A.J. Benza, James Francis Kelly III, Lou DiBella, Mike Tyson
Original name: Rocky Balboa