Prime VideoRocky II (1979)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.9
Overview
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime Video
AMC+
PhiloBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoAMC+PhiloDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with conservative values, championing individual responsibility, hard work, and traditional family values as the solution to personal and economic challenges.
The movie includes visible diversity through a prominent Black character in its main cast, though its casting approach is not characterized by explicit DEI-driven role changes. The narrative maintains a neutral to positive portrayal of traditional identities and does not center around explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film consistently portrays Christianity, particularly Catholicism, as a source of strength, hope, and moral guidance for Rocky and Adrian. Their faith is depicted respectfully and as an integral, positive aspect of their characters, especially during times of struggle.
Rocky II does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses exclusively on heterosexual relationships, boxing, and family dynamics, with no elements pertaining to queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Rocky II is a direct sequel featuring the same established characters from the original film, all of whom maintain their canonical gender portrayals. No characters established in prior canon are depicted with a different gender.
Rocky II is a direct sequel featuring the same core cast and characters as the original film. All established characters maintain their previously depicted races, with no instances of a character canonically established as one race being portrayed as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.3
7.3
Critic Ratings
7.0
6.1
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