The Making of 'Rocky vs. Drago'
The Making of 'Rocky vs. Drago'

The Making of 'Rocky vs. Drago'

2021Movie93 minEnglish

Fight alongside Sylvester Stallone as he creates a brand-new director's cut of Rocky IV: ROCKY VS. DRAGO. This feature-length documentary offers a personal and uncompromising look into the editing process, captured by Sly's longtime friend and fellow filmmaker John Herzfeld.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: John HerzfeldGenres: Documentary, Behind the Scenes

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the creation and re-edit of the 1985 film 'Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago'. Director John Herzfeld and star Sylvester Stallone revisit the original footage, offering insights into the production challenges, creative decisions, and the new vision for the film. It explores the evolution of the narrative and character arcs, presenting a reimagined version of the classic boxing saga.

Critical Reception

The documentary was primarily released for fans of the Rocky franchise, offering an in-depth look at the creation of 'Rocky IV'. Reviews often focused on the new perspective it provided on the original film's production and Stallone's intentions for the re-edited cut.

What Reviewers Say

  • Provides a fascinating look at the directorial process behind 'Rocky IV'.
  • Offers new context and insight into Sylvester Stallone's vision for the film.
  • Appeals strongly to dedicated fans of the Rocky franchise seeking behind-the-scenes details.

Google audience: Audience reception for this documentary is largely positive among Rocky franchise enthusiasts who appreciate the detailed exploration of the 'Rocky IV' re-edit and the insights from Stallone and Herzfeld.

Fun Fact

Sylvester Stallone personally oversaw the re-editing of 'Rocky IV' for this documentary, creating 'Rocky vs. Drago' to present a more character-driven and less campy version of the original film.

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