Rocky (John G Avildsen, 1976) is on Sunday 14 July, Image: NFSA.
PG | 117 Mins | 1976 | DCP | US | D: John G Avildsen
When small-time Mafia runabout and hitherto unremarkable local boxer Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) is selected for a bout against world heavyweight champion Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), the odds are clearly stacked against him. Can sheer grit, determination and some highly unusual training methods lead him to victory?
Featuring one of the most recognisable transformation montages in cinema history, Rocky is widely regarded as one of the greatest sports films of all time. This underdog classic spawned a long-running franchise, created cultural landmarks like Philadelphia’s ‘Rocky Steps’ and earned 10 Academy Award nominations – winning Best Picture, Best Director and Best Film Editing.
‘…some of the most wildly exciting fight footage ever put on the screen’ – The Hollywood Reporter, 1976
The Details
What: Rocky screening
When: Sunday 14 July 2024, 1 pm
Where: NFSA Acton (Arc Cinema) – 1 McCoy Circuit, Acton ACT 2601
Cost: $12–16. Book tickets.
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