Quartile rating: 5.5/10 · 1 rating
Sylvester Stallone and John G. Avildsen narrate behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Rocky" to mark the film's 40th anniversary.
A retrospective documentary celebrating the 40th anniversary of Rocky, this film relies heavily on archival behind-the-scenes footage narrated by Stallone and Avildsen. While the personal insights and rare footage offer genuine value to fans and film historians, the format is fairly conventional for a making-of documentary. The 'acting' reflects the authenticity and charm of the subjects sharing their memories. Cinematography is limited by the archival nature of the material. Novelty is modest — anniversary docs of beloved films are a well-established genre. The ending provides a satisfying sense of closure and celebration befitting the occasion.