ROCKY II (1979) FIRST TIME WATCHING | MOVIE REACTION

[@Californiablend]

❤️BIBLE VERSES OF THE DAY❤️ Romans 12:1 12 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God - this is your true and proper worship

[@chriswilletts3621]

Amen

[@gregorywilson1960]

May GOD BLESS all here!!!! AMEN!!!!!

[@MykeruMedia]

As an atheist, I approve of this message. Not to God per se, (no offense, I don't think that God is a bad thing I just think God does not exist) but sacrifice to others is what makes humans human, it's what defines us as a species and lifts us above animals and the law of nature. Altruism is it a uniquely human quality. Whenever you hear a guy interviewed why he ran into a burning building to save someone he always says the same thing "because I couldn't bear to stand by and watch them burn". That is the best of being a human being. I have heard people who have been seriously injured pulling other people out of burning cars and their motivation is simple: The pain of watching others suffer and die was greater than the pain they suffered in saving them. In a way the word "God" it's what we call what is best in us.

[@martinl8574]

God Bless you and Family!

[@benjaminpalange11]

Amen 🙏.

[@comntz4u]

I saw this in a theater when it came out. The final double knockdown caused the wildest audience reaction I ever saw. Everyone was screaming for Rocky to get up. It seemed everyone forgot it was a movie. It was impossible to hear what was happening on screen. It was the kind of experience that streaming can't match.

[@stevenhernandeznon-profitf968]

That’s amazing!

[@RaderizDorret]

Funny thing: that was Stallone taking license with the rules of boxing. In the real world, Rocky fell as a result of a slip not because one of Apollo's punches put him there. So he could have just laid down and not have to worry about beating the count. However, if Apollo got up and Rocky didn't, the ref could have awarded a TKO to Apollo.

[@track16ofthechronic21]

You are the first commenter of this film who got that this film would be even greater if it showed more of Apollo's story. This man was ridiculed, called an Uncle Tom, and worse, by people writing him hate mail, a traitor to his race! My goodness. Apollo is a man in crisis here. He is in his HOUR OF DOUBT. There's a lot to mine there, and the film chose not to use it. It's still a surprisingly good sequel, and not just a cash grab. The first film is something we might never see again. An underdog actor, playing an underdog down and outer and rising to the top of the world. Cinderella with boxing gloves. Love your reactions!

[@foodwallet1223]

Aw man, Rocky's attitude is such a vibe. Even through all the movies he's naive but always has some wisdom.

[@dcaseng]

The story of how Rocky came to be is just as interesting as the film itself, with Stallone betting on himself while being virtually unknown, and winning.

[@happyapple4269]

Well, if muhammad ali and george foreman had a rematch after the 'rumble in the jungle' like they were supposed to, then ali wouldn't have fought chuck wepnar and sylvester stallone wouldn't have been ringside and come up with the idea for Rocky

[@freestrike2000]

Answering some of your questions. Stallone did NOT plan a Rocky 2 when he was making 1. He, like everyone else was shocked that the movie was a blockbuster. The studio didn't want him to star in it because he was an unknown, but he wouldn't sell them the script unless he got to star. They offered him a fortune for the script but when he insisted that he star in it, they only paid him the minimum for the script and he was paid scale to act in it (he did also get a percentage of the profits which ended up being much more than he was ever offered for the script). The film was given a low budget of just 1 million and not one penny more, which is why the first one looks like a "documentary". Even after it was completed, they had so little faith in the film the studio nearly released it as a movie of the week on television. Stallone didn't have much more faith. He expected the film to make a few bucks and give him some exposure. Amazingly the film was the number 2 movie of 1976 and won the acadamy award for best picture. However, Stallone DID plan on a Rocky 3 while making Rocky 2 and that was supposed to be the last one. And as to why Creed in so furious in the beginning. It's because before fighting Rocky no other fighter had made it past the 12th round with him. And then this loser comes along and goes the distance with him. Apollo's biggest weakness was his ego. He could have easily pulled an Anthony Joshua and outpointed him in a third fight but his ego would never allow that.

[@MykeruMedia]

It's really a beautiful moment when Rocky seeks out Apollo on the hospital ward and ask him "Did you give me your best?" Without the lights, and the reporters, and the marketing, Apollo gives him an honest answer, "Yeah". And that's all Rocky needed to know and Apollo needed to say. They know who they are, what they value, and who they respect.

[@shaquilleburton1611]

Neither one can walk Apollo talking about "Get out of that wheelchair chump and let's finish this fight" *struggles to get up*🤣🤣🤣

[@TheCashcrue]

The guy singing on the corner was Frank Stallone. His brother. He also did some songs on the Rocky IV movie.

[@Grayfox82]

Apollo is on fire in this movie and love it! Even the press conference scene got me hyped. Apollo is out for blood and does mean business.

[@2KILLAVILLE]

Apollo my fav Character & Clearly was the best Skilled Boxer in the series. Apollo dominated Rocky in this fight more than the first fight. Apollo Stubborness for the K.O last round cost him the upset L

[@shallowgal462]

You're going to love Adrian & Rocky's love story in Part III! She is so strong. Since this is based on Stallone's life in poverty, he must have known a nice loan shark.

[@christopheryochum3602]

You're the first commenter to notice that, even though Tony was Rocky's former boss, he had a love for Rocky. One reactor said he thought Tony was trying to make some money by giving Rocky $500 for training, but I pointed out, "Did you notice Tony said that Rocky ain't never had any luck."? And in this one, you noticed how Tony just didn't like seeing Rocky doing janitorial work at the gym. Tony wasn't trying to recruit; he just didn't like seeing Rocky like that. So good point in noticing Tony! :)

[@whovianhistorybuff]

18:15 The right/left handed tactic is a thing in boxing but not many can do it, one man famous for it was former undisputed middleweight champion "marvellous" Marvin Hagler, who was naturally a southpaw but could fight right handed and could switch any time he wanted, it could throw an opponent off his game very well and his impressive win/loss record speaks for itself

[@STEJTHEGREATEST]

24:49 Can you believe Burgess Meredith once played a man who was bullied by his wife in a twilight zone episode????? :O

[@slau330]

lol no way

[@scottaznavourian3720]

When apolos manger lays it on the line about how he nearly killed rocky but rocky kept coming after him I think that's one of the best scenes in the series. Apollo. Is too. Stubblrn to listen though.

[@stevenhernandeznon-profitf968]

Too proud!

[@Phatooine]

The best Rocky film in my opinion is Rocky III. Looking forward to your reaction to that one.

[@robertmolton6761]

This movie shows what you can do with true heart and determination. All I can say is "WIN Rocky WIN"!🥊

[@MrKeychange]

Another great reaction! i have a feeling Rocky 3 will be right up your alley.

[@josephtingley654]

It's really hard to root against Apollo, because he's a really good guy and an even greater champion. Anyone who tells someone that Rocky is a boxing movie just doesn't get it.

[@callmejacob3234]

fun fact Sylvestor Stallone kept the turtles from the first Rocky film and I think they are still alive to this day it's pretty wholesome

[@gartrellliddell3806]

I always laughed when he took off running from the kids.. Even the kid on the bike🤣🤣..

[@angelomaurizio1668]

Interesting facts of this movie: The man who rang the bell to end the fight at the beginning of the movie is Slyvester Stallone's Father. And the street corner singer in both the first and second Rocky movies is Stallone's brother Frank.

[@eirikrdberg1161]

His mother was way cooler.

[@angelomaurizio1668]

@@eirikrdberg1161 Not cool enough to be in the movie..lol

[@BIGTONEonline]

Her reactions reminded me of how it was back in the day when we really went in not knowing what to expect. Priceless!

[@timomerkhoffer3042]

Loving those gloves😃, genuine emotions.. Iconic reaction! Keep punching.. Much more of Apollo in rocky 3!

[@Californiablend]

Thank you! Will do!

[@user-fs4eo]

They got all those kids by making an announcement on the radio. I know this because I was there, scene with the fountain had to be done twice since first time they forgot to turn it on.

[@guitarman8462]

Mickey played the original part of The Penguin in Batman back in the early days🐧. He was also in The Twilight Zone & a few other movies.

[@TheKiman2]

Apollo Creed is like the real life Mohammed Ali. Fast talking, witty, a super athlete, and a champ.

[@primategaberocco]

Interesting thing is, the entire eye/blindness issue they had to write in. As Stallone tore his pectoral muscle and required surgery. LOL 🤣 True story. 👍

[@goat1408]

That Rocky II theme to kick it off...superb

[@BrandonLackey]

Thank you for this! Great reaction.

[@Luckydraw4me]

💙 up next .... Rocky fights Hulk Hogan!

[@STEJTHEGREATEST]

I can't believe you actually wore gloves for the video!!!!! :O

[@CaddyJim]

You'll get to know *Apollo* a little more as a series continues...

[@commsense1979]

I came here for another Rocky reaction and see you're doing a lot of dope things! I'm here for all of it! Good stuff!

[@Californiablend]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@TampaCEO]

You will see LOTS of Apollo in part III. You will see how great of a man he truly is (without giving too much away). Enjoy the ride!

[@theradgegadgie6352]

And pieces of him all over the place in Rocky 4.

[@rexbo5029]

I feel blessed... I have found THE BEST REACTION channel in ALL OF KZbin!!!!!!!!!! you're really good at this and a joy to watch! God bless you lady!

[@Hammarspiken]

Hi Californiablend(: you are cute in your boxing gloves u juse the gloves more then Rocky (: (: (: 🥊🥊🥊thx for a loverly reaction Californiablend (:(:(: Rocky is a love story 85% and boxing 15% (:(:(:

[@rashadwalker8218]

Also the guy in the chair wrapped in a cast from head to toe that asked rocky for an autograph was one of the goons In robocop.

[@jrgilby]

What nobody has figured out, and other fighters can't beat, Rocky leads with his face.

[@erin.v.m657]

You're my new favorite now !!! The fact that you don't have more subs is a crime.

[@Californiablend]

Welcome to the channel! Thanks for watching!

[@BigBWolf90]

"How can he take this?" That's the thing about Rocky, as Mickey said he's a tank. He can & will take a beating but keep pressing forward

[@sparky6086]

Sylvester Stallone didn't have a sequel in mind, when he wrote Rocky. He was unknown and was lucky to get the 1st "Rocky" made. But "Rocky" was such a popular and profitable movie, it was easy to get a sequel made, so Stallone went for it.

[@guitarman8462]

I remember watching a fight from Sugar Ray Leonard . And he did the same punch that Apollo did by swinging one arm and punching with the other.

[@bobbymcbay1586]

If I'm not mistaken I believe it was the second fight with Duran

[@guitarman8462]

@@bobbymcbay1586 I know it was one of the fights , just don't recall who. I do remember it was PPV.

[@LeviBoldock]

I think in the original script, or the novelization, Tony and Rocky were childhood friends.

[@Jason-bk3nl]

Rocky Balboa Creed Creed 2 Patiently waiting

[@Jason-bk3nl]

Creed 3…

[@CaddyJim]

Damn you cut it right when the lunch truck was asking about investing in condominiums which Rocky misinterprets as condoms and he said he doesn't use I wanted to see your reaction to

[@nadronnocojr]

Love your take , and your impressions of Apollo’s speech , wicked awesome

[@freejfree9160]

Yes girl so excited to see this reaction two part two keep on going watching this right now as I'm doing this comment LOL🤣🤣🤣 already anticipating the next video

[@evenflowsteven]

To this day “chump” is one of my favorite words. 😂😁

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

"I was wondering if you wouldn't mind marrying me too much?" Best proposal EVER.

[@sherwindique8518]

Stallone himself said that Rocky is not a boxing movie, it's a love story. A lot of people look forward to the fights and training montage but don't pay attention to the actual story itself.

[@MrGorn25]

Love your enthusiasm and how you get into it. keep up the great work!

[@Californiablend]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ish8886]

Bruh this is the first time I’m seeing your video but everything about you is so Cali 4 nine a looool.. enjoying ur content

[@zaldum386]

Love your personality, that was a great reaction!

[@quisimixtv]

I really can't wait until you watch Rocky 3!🔥🔥🔥🔥🤩🤩🤩

[@Rhodes84]

Even though Paulie is a mean drunkard, deep down he loves his sister and does have a heart.

[@DimitrisTade]

You will see everything you want to see in the next Rocky ... They have tied the movies so well that you will not have any complaints. Do not forget that there is Rocky 6 that played and was written in 2006 and Creed 1 and 2 (2015&2018) which I'm sure it will be among your first favorites

[@vandy2715]

I love how much style you have girl.

[@harveybojangle475]

31:19="If we'd have seen more about Apollo, it would've made it difficult to pick a side for who we'd want to see win." I'll bet when Stallone wrote this, he didn't want there to be any question about who you should be rooting for. After all, this movie has the name "Rocky" in the title, ya know? haha

[@NikkieTwix]

That “YO ADRIENNE I DID IT!” Gets me every time

[@spacerazer]

In the novel, it says that Apollo over trained for the fight.

[@1027srich]

Even though Rocky III is probably my favorite out of this franchise, Rocky II (in my opinion) is the most well-rounded film... Also, I've getting weak at Apollo for years when he was reading the hate mail, going off at the press conference and how his obsession with Rocky grew to the point where he felt that he had something to prove... #ComeNovemberYoureMine #LOL #LoveTheReactions

[@jeffthompson9622]

I enjoyed this reaction and subscribed. I look forward to your reaction to Rocky 3.

[@Californiablend]

Thanks for watching! Welcome to the channel!

[@lobocorso]

Rocky movies are Great. This Apolo character only made the movie better. And you, all gloved up. 😍

[@Will008]

Excellent writing in this film.

[@GJH1010]

Every guy from Philly in their 59ties claims they were part of the Rocky run

[@chrissiegle1065]

Great reaction. Thank you. 😀

[@rashadwalker8218]

Lil tidbit about the actor who plays Mickey( Burgess Meredith) he also played the penguin the original Batman tv show in the 1960s

[@nonz0584]

Great reaction love your hair

[@scottaznavourian3720]

After rocky gets knocked down for the second time early in the fight the camera is on him and he gives a big ol' 'f*c k it' bsdically....he's not hurt he's embarrassed....when the embarrassment is replaced by anger and resolve Apollo is a dead man walking.

[@karlpilkington2203]

Haha love your personality

[@therealmohammad]

The Series is called Rocky, hence why we only get a glimpse of Apollo's personal life

[@thejedibro]

Yo, you really carry so much energy and I FRIGGIN LOVE IT 😆✊🏼🔥

[@trygswyrmwoodside3229]

You're so funny, hope you are having a great day, nice reaction.

[@Californiablend]

Thank you! You too!

[@myhandlehasbeenmishandled]

I love how you get into movies. But you with those boxing gloves is just cute. I hope your watch Rocky IV.

[@ninjetti9898]

Love your consistency, keep up the good work 👏 🙂

[@mixtec53]

💯💯💯💯 your reactions are awesome 💯💯

[@Californiablend]

Thank you!! 😊

[@majesticmold2829]

This reaction i stumbled upon but its got my like comment and sub

[@PixelPro-4000]

You will really like Rocky 3.

[@Richie8406]

14:20 It is because he is talking to a guy who came nail him

[@1960317]

Stallone watched the Ali vs Frasier fight and he was inspired to write the movie Rocky.

[@ronaldwarner3469]

I love this film series and it spin off series

[@BalokLives]

That blue suit was a leisure suit. They were very popular back then. I saw this when the movie came out, and you should have heard the audience. I don't think I have heard an audience react to a movie like that before or since. Incredible. "I thought Rocky was going to be up on the high, or something." There are no Rocky movies like that. The Rocky series are sentimental movies.

[@jaydisqus3353]

You do need Rocky three...

[@immortalone3943]

Please do rocky 3 it's awesome

[@eirikrdberg1161]

Sly did NOT have a part 2 in mind until Rocky was a hit in 76-77. It was a damned miracle in itself that he got to shoot the first one at all. His demands were unheard of for a bonifide nobody, which Stallone was pre- Rocky. An absolute zero with no credentials at all. Still, he got to make his movie with Universal and even got to play the lead. It was a miracle in itself that he got to shoot the first one at all under his own terms for mafor studio. His demands were unheard of for a bonifide nobody, which Stallone was pre- Rocky. An absolute zero with no credentials at all. Still, he got to make his movie and the Sylvester Stallone story in itself should be made a movie about because he beat all odds by working hard.

[@Californiablend]

Thanks for sharing

[@frankrossi6972]

Creed actually was way ahead on points (punches), even though it looked dead-even toward the end. Experienced boxers/champions know how to pile up points to win decisions, which forces the challenger to go for the knockout to have any chance of winning, That's why Creed's manager kept telling him between rounds to stop pushing for a knockout or else he'd risk getting knocked out himself, as Rocky was ravaging his ribs and he could hardly breathe. Then again, another split decision for Creed without knocking out Rocky would've made him demand yet another rematch anyway.

[@jamesinnes8129]

Great reaction. Do you have a patreon could listen to you all day, love your accent and personality.

[@Californiablend]

Maybe one day!

[@jamesinnes8129]

@@Californiablend Hope so!

[@gustamantis1995]

Please don't forget about "Balboa" it's maybe the the best of all the Rocky movies.

[@martensjd]

How did they get all the kids to run with Stallone? Imagine advertising -- in Philly -- a chance to run with Stallone in a Rocky film. They'd have plenty of takers.

[@mattm4570]

My family runs chicken farms and if you’re not use to it it can be very hard to catch them. Really enjoy your vibe on your reactions. All the best Matt from Australia 🇦🇺

[@Californiablend]

Good to know!

[@JimmyN410]

Rocky is loosely based on the real story of Chuck Wepner vs Muhammad Ali. That’s why Apollo creeds trash talk is so good he inspired by Ali lol

[@otisroseboro5613]

Nice reaction sweetheart

[@UncleQue]

FYI Cuff and Link are still alive. Stallone owns them and posted a photo of them on Instagram a couple of years ago.

[@freejfree9160]

😁 I see you know the scripture and you know the word of God🙏👌 no wonder why I was saying peace and wellness to you Lord knows

[@matthewmarcinko9157]

See? I TOLD you there were a lot of emotional highs and lows on the way! Next stop: Rocky III - "I PITY THE FOOL!"

[@RonnieG]

You're beautiful. Thank you for your reaction.

[@glennwelsh9784]

I don't think Stallone had a sequel in mind when he wrote the first movie. He was flat broke before Rocky, so he was probably hoping just to get ONE movie made. It's was also the 70's, before it was a common practice for Hollywood to have multi-film franchise plans. It's not like today, where they have like 12 Marvel movies planned out ahead of time. There's also no rule against switching between fighting left-handed and right-handed. Though I'm sure there are ambidextrous boxers out there, I don't think it's very common for a boxer to switch like that, as boxers usually prefer to fight in the style that favors their stronger dominant hand. It's like switching which hand you write with. It's uncomfortable and the results are not as good.

[@shadycnetwork]

Am I the only one who remembers how in part one that guy told Rocky to take Adrian to the zoo? And in part two he proposes to her in a zoo? LMAO

[@-NOCAP-]

I'm really enjoying the facial expressions and mannerisms displayed on this channel. They help give a sense of genuine interest in the movie, which is something missing from so many reaction channels.