Rocky III | 
| Director: Sylvester Stallone
Actors: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess Meredith
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Category: DVD
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Rating:  83 reviews
Sales Rank: 16116
Format: Ac-3, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Dvd, Full Screen, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 99 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: D1007435D
UPC: 027616915160
EAN: 0027616915160
ASIN: B0006GAO6I
Theatrical Release Date: May 28, 1982
Release Date: February 8, 2005
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Rocky III: The third installment in the Rocky saga is the last one to matter, and in this case only marginally. The now rich and famous Rocky (Sylvester Stallone) triumphantly pummels a succession of boxing challengers until he encounters Clubber Lang (Mr. T), a human wall of brick who wants a piece of Rocky's action. The Rock's loyal trainer Mickey (Burgess Meredith) has taken ill and dies, so Rocky recruits retired opponent Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers) to whip him into fighting shape after his embarrassing defeat to Clubber. Time for another rematch, mixed in with some family matters involving Rocky's brother-in-law Paulie (Burt Young), who's feeling neglected amid all the hoopla. Not bad as sequels go, boosted by Mr. T.'s taunting presence and yet another rousing finale. For those with a bad case of '80s nostalgia, the hit theme song "Eye of the Tiger" is sure to bring back memories. --Jeff Shannon
Product Description
Rocky battles his most powerful adversary yet the ferocious Clubber Lang (Mr. T) in this hard-hitting actioner that comes out swinging with adventure humor and emotionally charged human drama. For what may be the most exciting and fast-paced film in the series Sylvester Stallone writes directs and stars with explosive passion and intensity.As Rocky Balboa (Stallone) fights his way into the hearts of millions life couldn't be better. He scores ten consecutive wins lands lucrative endorsement contracts and becomes famous throughout the world. But when Clubber Lang KOs Rocky in a humiliating defeat it becomes apparent that the "Italian Stallion" has lost his edge. Considering hanging up his gloves Rocky receives encouragement from an unlikely ally: his old nemesis Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers). With Creed's help Rocky strives to regain the "eye of the tiger" before confronting Lang in a grueling rematch for the world heavyweight championship.System Requirements: Running Time 100 MinFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: ACTION/ADVENTURE Rating: PG UPC: 027616915160 Manufacturer No: 1007435
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 Greatest Fight Choreography in the History of Cinema June 21, 2009
G. Garner (vicksburg,ms)
I know my title is bound to be offensive to the casual observer. I proclaim the fight choreography to be the greatest in history, which invites the easy and obvious criticism. This criticism, of course, would be that the fights in the Rocky films are not especially realistic. This is particularly true of Rocky 3 and 4, in which the boxers all hit with sledgehammer force.
Clearly, this point is valid. The Rocky films all emphasize offense and aggression. Real-life boxing places its emphasis on defense, for obvious reasons. In terms of sheer realism, the Rocky films do fall short in terms of how they depict boxing matches.
However, this is largely beside the point. The goal of filmmaking is not to do something real. Rather, the goal is to tell a story, making use of moving pictures and sound rather than the traditional tools of pen and paper. Ultimately, the movie is not on film itself: it is a story unfolding within the imagination of the viewer.
By this standard, in terms of the ring action, Rocky 3 succeeds as well as any boxing movie ever has. I can only assume that the majority of people who watch this film have never been on the receiving end of a beating by someone like Clubber Lang. Alas, I have, and I can assure you, Stallone nails it. Mr. T.'s performance is an essential part of the effect. He is absolutely overpowering as a big, enraged hoodlum. A man who feels as if he has been shafted by society, and who expresses his fury by brutalizing opponents in the ring.
The camera angles, the sound effects, the precise choreography, Mr. T.'s brutish performance-all of these contribute to a truly great cinematic bout. By using low camera angles, Stallone makes Clubber Lang seem even more enormous and overwhelming. Lang unleashes a cinematic onslaught on Rocky unlike any other. If you watch it on the big screen, you almost feel like you're on the receiving end of a mauling.
Lang is depicted as a veritable force of nature. This, in turn, serves to demonstrate what a truly great hero Rocky Balboa happens to be. Once you see what a devastating opponent Clubber Lang is, it becomes clear that only a man with an iron will and incredible courage could withstand the onslaught and turn the tide.
Compare this to the fight in the most recent Rocky film. Stallone has bent over backwards to praise this most recent movie for its increased realism. This is largely absurd, for two reasons. First, simply minimizing the sound effects does not make the fight more real. These Rocky fights were always unrealistic as a result of the percentage of blows that landed. Virtually every punch lands, one way or the other, and this never happens in real life. This holds true in Rocky Balboa. Both fighters land a ridiculous percentage of the punches they throw. The only real difference is that Stallone muffles the sound of impact. That's basically his great compromise for the sake of 'realism'.
But, more importantly, the fight in Rocky Balboa is not nearly as effective in telling a coherent story. In fact, Stallone's effort to emphasize authenticity-by using an actual boxer as his opponent-actually backfires miserably. Sure, the guy can box in real life. But that's beside the point. In a movie, the only thing that matters is the reality you create on screen. Tarver(? I think that was the guy's name) just doesn't look right in his part. Stallone is so densely muscled, he looks like a wall of granite. In a brawl, I'd bet he'd mangle Tarver in real-life. Not to mention, but Rocky is supposed to be just about the hardest puncher in the world. How could anyone believe that this young man could survive being pummeled by Rocky?
The fight in Rocky Balboa comes across as a big, powerful guy doing a little gentle sparring with a neighborhood kid. Compelling stuff.
In Rocky 3, they refer to Clubber Lang as a wrecking machine. And it's not hyperbole. Apollo Creed was a great fighter, and he'd be tough to beat on points. But Clubber Lang makes you actually fear for Rocky's life. The fights in Rocky 3 are just about the greatest athletic events ever presented on the big screen.
While I have emphasized the boxing action, the movie, taken as a whole, is outstanding. A truly great film. We get, for the most part, the same characters from the first 2 films, but presented in entirely new circumstances. All of the same elements and people that made part 1 and 2 so great, but in a new time and place. Stallone had an instinct for these Rocky films, and almost everything he did worked back then.
The Ups And Downs Of Rocky & Mr. T April 21, 2009
Craig Connell (Lockport, NY USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
For pure entertainment, this is one of the best of the half-dozen "Rocky" movies. I mean, where else can you see Rocky, his entourage, Mr.T. and Hulk Hogan all creating mayhem in the same movie?
Hokey? Oh, man, yes indeed, but Rocky III probably has more ups and downs and memorable scenes than any in this famous series. By the end, you're more worn out than Burgess Meredith.
Mr. T, by the way, makes a great villain and the filmmakers added to the suspense using slow-motion action scenes and effective sound with all the punches, grunts and groans contributing to the circus-like atmosphere. Nobody grunted like Mr. T!
ACTION PACKED ENTERTAINING SEQUEL! April 16, 2009
! MR. KNOW IT ALL ;-b (TRI STATE AREA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I own the older box set with the first 5 Rocky films included in it. I wanted to write reviews for the individual films. This review is for the film and the older release DVD.
The first of the action fueled Rocky sequels packs a wallop! How can you resist a film that has Rocky fighting Thunder Lips (Hulk Hogan) in the first 15 minutes and then battling Clubber Lang (Mr. T) twice in the second and third acts! Sure it's formula, but it's so entertaining you won't care!
The DVD transfer on my edition is OK, but there is room for improvement.
One of the Best March 25, 2009
Anthony Carpenter
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Rocky III picks up where II left off as Rock is now the Champion of the World after defeating Heavyweight Apollo Creed.He is now the at the High point of his popularity doing commercials,magazine covers,etc. and as well defending his title against 10 other fighters.But the hungry Clubber Lang (Mr. T) wants his shot at the Title.As Rocky is about to step down and retire at the request of his manager, Clubber challenges him to a fight.Rocky doesnt want to back down and accepts his challenge but Mickey is not happy with Rock's decision and is ready to call it quits.After a talk explaining that Clubber is a killer and will destroy Rocky,Mickey agrees to train Rocky one last time.Rock doesnt take the fight too serious and also loses his manager to an untimely death.Apollo Creed steps up to help Rock regain his hunger and the eye of the tiger-the edge with old school training.The Actors are all perfectly cast,Sly does a outstanding job directing the story of failure and getting it all back again and the final fight is nothing less than a Crowd Pleaser!!!
Without ruining the ending too much if you havent seen this SEE IT-It's a True Classic...
 2.5 stars out of 4 January 24, 2009
One-Line Film Reviews (Ann Arbor)
The Bottom Line:
Rocky III is mercifully shorter than the slow second installment but not a very good movie: if you've watched the first two you'll probably watch this to continue the series, but if you're smart you'll just watch the first one and ignore the others.
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