Rocky III

Rocky III is a 1982 American film written, directed by, and starring Sylvester Stallone. It is the third installment in the Rocky film series, and the second in the franchise to be directed by Stallone.

In the three years since winning the world heavyweight title, Rocky Balboa has had a string of ten successful title defenses and has seen his fame, wealth and celebrity increase. While unveiling a statue of himself at the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rocky is publicly challenged by Clubber Lang, a ferocious new boxer rapidly climbing the ranks. Lang accuses Rocky of intentionally accepting challenges from lesser opponents, and after he makes a sexual remark toward Rockys wife Adrian, his challenge is accepted.Rockys trainer Mickey initially wants no part of it and admits to the champion that Lang was right he had handpicked Rockys opponents to protect him and to ensure Rocky remained successful and healthy. He also informs Rocky that Lang is young and hungry and that Rocky has no chance of beating him, as he has not retained his edge as a fighter, telling him The worst thing that could happen to a fighter happened to you you got civilized. Rocky manages to convince Mickey to train him regardless, but his Las Vegasstyle training camp is filled with distractions and Rocky clearly does not take the challenge seriously. ........

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