ROCKY IV (1985) - Is Completely Ridiculous… So Why Does It Still Work?

Rocky IV might look like a simple boxing movie on the surface, but it’s really a perfect time capsule of the 1980s — a film about rivalry, pride, politics, music, and the kind of larger-than-life storytelling that feels rare today.In this episode of Daska Discusses, I look back at why Rocky IV still hits as hard as it did the first time I saw it. From the shocking death of Apollo Creed, to the unforgettable training montages, to the Cold War themes running through the entire film, this is a movie that represents an era when films weren’t afraid to be loud, emotional, and sincere.I talk about what makes Rocky IV more than just a boxing movie, why the music and montage style are such a big part of its impact, and why this film reminds me of a time when movies felt bigger, bolder, and more honest than they often do now.If you grew up with 80s cinema, VHS tapes, and films that made you feel like anything was possible, this one is for you.