![]() ![]() But director Steven Caple Jr., taking over for Coogler, outfits this direct follow-up with enough glimpses to the events of Rocky IV for viewers to still feel the plot's intended impact. ![]() Of course, it could be argued moviegoers will need to be familiar with those two movies - and perhaps, even the entire series as a whole - in order for the punches to be effective. But once again, several unanticipated uppercuts and some fancy footwork come with a few unsuspected swings to the ribs and kidneys, sure to persuade some emotional tears out of the most hardened athletes in the audience. Similarly, Creed II could be accused of the much of the same, returning to the ring to duke it out with the same opponent of Rocky IV. The grumpier, crabbier critic in me would judge Ryan Coogler's Creedas a lazy rematch of the classic Rockydisguised as a spin-off sequel to the original franchise, but the film delivered enough unexpected punches and passionate jabs to be a surprising knockout. ![]()
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