Review of Rocky IV (1985) by Mark M — 29 Dec 2011

Cheesey yes, entertaining ohh yeah, pure 80s gold.

This review of Rocky IV (1985) was written by Mark M on 29 Dec 2011.

Rocky IV has generally received positive reviews.

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