40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic

This documentary chronicles the journey of the iconic underdog sports drama, "Rocky," as it celebrates its 40th anniversary with an intimate look into the film's inception and production process. Sylvester Stallone himself joins forces with director John G. Avildsen to provide personal narration and insight, revealing behind-the-scenes footage that showcases the challenges and triumphs faced during the movie's creation.The documentary delves into the character of Rocky Balboa as he was developed and brought to life by Stallone. It also explores how Avildsen's direction and creative vision shaped the film, resulting in an enduring tale of perseverance and the pursuit of dreams. Audiences are given a unique opportunity to revisit the making of "Rocky," as they learn about the collaboration between Stallone and Avildsen that ultimately resulted in one of cinema's most celebrated underdog stories.