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On February 9, 2009, Mercury News.com posted “Let Freedom Ring: See Philadelphia on a Budget.” They ran the photo above with tips on what to see in the city without spending a fortune. Of course, this included places made famous by Sly/Rocky. You can read the whole piece here.
William Russo, over at the Bleacher Report, takes a look at “The Best and Worst Opponents of Rocky Balboa.” There’s an online poll and right now Apollo and Clubber are at at 30% with Drago close behind at 28%. Thunderlips [2%], Tommy Gunn [6%], and Mason Dixon [4%] are lagging way behind.
Former Lightweight boxing champ, Sean O’Grady, was interviewed recently by Ring Sports. When asked what is his favorite book or movie about boxing replied:
Sly Stallone did a wonderful job on the Rocky Movies. My favorite one is the first. He was terrific and did a great job presenting the struggles. The first Rocky had so much depth to it. Great!
Who can argue with the champ? You can read the full interview here.
On December 31, 2008, EJ Claudio at BleacherReport.com listed his choices for The Top Five Boxing Movies of All Time. His number one choice was “Rocky” which beat out “Raging Bull,” “Million Dollar Baby,” “Cinderella Man” and every other boxing movie ever made. Here’s what he had to say:
1. Rocky
Sylvester Stallone will always be remembered because of this film. It was a very good movie that connected with the audience. It is about Rocky Balboa, a not-so-smart boxer with limited skills who rose to fame by winning the hearts of many when he overcame the odds and put on a good fight against the champion, Appollo Creed.
(Rocky is)… the ultimate male icon who represents, in a completely unassuming manner, values that are dear to every man such as standing up for your girl and doing your best regardless of the circumstances.
Rocky won’t just move you; it’ll lift your spirit.
You can read the whole review here. – Craig
Chris got an autographed photo!
And Sly even posed for a picture!
Here is Christopher’s display case full of Sly Stallone memorabilia including a title belt and Rocky statue! [Rocky collector statues are still available from A. Thomas Schomberg — the artist who created the original statue for “Rocky III” — and if you order now, you can get one at the special holiday rate!] Thanks to Chris for sharing his photos! – Craig