Rocky movie poster

Rocky

October 5, 1976 0h 20m

Originally released in 1976. Rocky is a feature film. directed by Paul McCarthy. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Paul McCarthy

Synopsis

Rocky comprises a single monitor video and fourteen related drawings. The video begins with a man, McCarthy himself, waiting before the camera with his back turned and then turning to face it. Wearing shorts and boxing gloves, he begins to address the viewer in muttered sounds which mimic the manner in which actor Sylvester Stallone speaks as the character Rocky in the eponymous 1976 film. He begins occasionally to hit himself on the head, as though to clear his thoughts and to demonstrate his virility, but gradually the number and violence of the blows increases. It appears as though the Rocky character is having an imaginary fight with another person, but as the film develops it turns into a masochistic fight with himself.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 5, 1976 49 years ago
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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rocky about?

Rocky comprises a single monitor video and fourteen related drawings. The video begins with a man, McCarthy himself, waiting before the camera with his back turned and then turning to face it. Wear...

Who directed Rocky?

Rocky was directed by Paul McCarthy.

How long is Rocky?

Rocky has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

When was Rocky released?

Rocky was released on October 5, 1976 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Rocky?

The main cast of Rocky includes Paul McCarthy.