Christopher Crespo writes a nice piece called “Rocky II – The Forgotten Rocky” for Examiner.com [and I would have said that even if they hadn’t used a StalloneZone photo!]. Here’s a few quotes:
If Rocky was about being the underdog and taking that one in a million shot, then Rocky II is about that underdog finding out what his role is in this game called life.
Much more character based than Rocky III-V, Rocky II shows a predilection for character development and drama arising out of these characters interactions.
Rocky II deserves to be remembered better, and should take its place alongside Rocky and Rocky Balboa as excellent installments about the seminal underdog. Stallone’s direction is fine, and not without a few inspired camera moves and choice moments.
You can read the full article right here.