40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic
- Documentary
Sylvester Stallone and John G. Avildsen narrate behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Rocky" to mark the film's 40th anniversary.
40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic is a documentary celebrating four decades of the iconic boxing film through behind-the-scenes footage and narration by Sylvester Stallone and director John G. Avildsen. Released in June 2020, the film offers an intimate look at how Rocky was made and its lasting impact on cinema. Perfect for fans of the original franchise and filmmaking enthusiasts.
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Sylvester StalloneNarrator/Self (archive footage)
John G. AvildsenSelf (archive footage)
Carl WeathersSelf (archive footage)
Talia ShireSelf (archive footage)
Burgess MeredithSelf (archive footage)
Burt YoungSelf (archive footage)
Joe SpinellSelf (archive footage)
Thayer DavidSelf (archive footage)
Tony BurtonSelf (archive footage)
Bill ContiSelf (archive footage)
Robert ChartoffSelf (archive footage)
Frank Stallone Jr.Self (archive footage)
Frank Stallone Sr.Self (archive footage)
Jimmy GambinaSelf (archive footage)
Jack NicholsonSelf (archive footage)
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40 YEARS OF ROCKY: THE BIRTH OF A CLASSIC (2020) Official Trailer (HD) Sylvester Stallone
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40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic — frequently asked
When was this documentary released?
40 Years of Rocky premiered on June 9, 2020.
Who narrates the documentary?
Sylvester Stallone and director John G. Avildsen narrate the film, sharing insights into the making of the original Rocky.
What does the documentary cover?
The documentary features behind-the-scenes footage and explores the creation and legacy of the original Rocky film as it marked its 40th anniversary.
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