Rocky's a great movie for the older crowd, because theres a lot of cussing, in one sscene they make out, and theres a fight with some blood. But overall great movie
This is a really good film. While personally I don't think this is the best movie in the saga, it does introduce us to the character of Rocky and how he came to be a professional boxer. Suitable for children 7/8 +.
The at times crude language, small amount of perceived sex and loansharking are not for children under 11, but for 11+ the love story, underdog triumph and boxing action adrenaline rush is addicting. Everytime the Rocky theme is played your heart pumps a little faster. A real original masterpiece of sports writing.
I bought this movie thinking it would be good for my boys, who play sports to watch for motivation. After reading the reviews on this website stating that it would be appropriate for 10 year olds and older, I purchased the movie. Within the first 10 minutes, the Lords name was taken in vain at least 4 times and various other times in the movie along with other swearing. No F bombs which would have been better than the GD's. This is not something I want my sons to think is appropriate at any age.
This movie is for people over 12 years old and while it is one of the best movies ever made, um kids should only watch it on television since that's the censored version. Paulie does not act like a role model yet is lovable in his own way, yet Rocky does act like a role model and he truly does love Adrian. Overall, when I was a child I watched this movie on television and it was back then my favorite movie since Rocky was able to prove himself to the world that he was not a "bum", but a person who could "go the distance"! A magnificent movie that as your child grows to an adult will become one of their favorites of all time!
We are a family of 6 kids ages 14 to 3. We only would let our oldest watch this, this year because of all the swearing. Burgess Merideth says
the G D word WAY too much for little kids to handle. But of course it is an all time great movie.
The best sports movie out there even over generations, Rocky has always been the top choice. With heart warming characters, this movie starts the hundreds of movie franchises by the one and only Sylvester Stallone. He is very inspirational as he got me inspired to be an actor, screenwriter and a bodybuilder....I gaurantee your teens will relate to Rocky if they are down and having a troubled life. They will be inspired to go the distance and take on life.