Ok. This one didn't stand the test of time too well. Story-wise, we have seen tons of underdogs done well. In fact, it could have very well been an Adam Sandler's movie. The fight scenes are poor by today's standard. But it was made in 1976, so I understand and respect it for what it was.
Besides Rambo (THE FIRST ONE), I must say Slyvester did pretty well as the protagonist. One of the rare moments where you put 'good acting' and Stallone in the same sentence. Another point to note, I think he's much beefier now than back then. In fact, I don't think he's all that muscular in the movie. Every Tom, Dick and Harry in Hollywood probably has that body nowadays. Ok, Maybe except for that fat dude in Hangover.
Did I enjoy the movie? Well, yes and no. Memory does play tricks on you sometimes. I remember the whole training scene to be much more inspiring. The part where he runs up the stairs and yelled - It was much better played in my head. It does however, gives you a gist of what life was back then.
Overall, to me, this is Saturday Night Fever with more testosterone. If you want to watch a good boxing movie, I'll recommend The Fighter. It's a l
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