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4K Blu-ray Review: Cobra - A High-Octane ’80s Action Icon Shines in Arrow's New Release

In the pantheon of '80s action films, Cobra stands out not only for its relentless action and bat-shit crazy lead performance but also for its memorable set pieces, distinctive character dynamics, and a pulsating synth-heavy score that perfectly encapsulates the decade’s aesthetic. Directed by George P. Cosmatos and featuring Sylvester Stallone in one of his most iconic roles, this 1986 thriller captures the era's obsession with tough, no-nonsense heroes and over-the-top violence. Interestingly, Stallone was originally cast in Beverly Hills Cop but left the project due to creative differences, seeking a more action-oriented and brutal approach.  Cobra  became  his vehicle for that darker, grittier vision. Stallone stars as Lieutenant Marion "Cobra" Cobretti, an LAPD cop with a rebellious edge and a fiercely independent streak. Tasked with protecting a key witness, played by Brigitte Nielsen, from a psychopathic gang known only as "The New World," Cobra tak...
Episode 207 - Creed 2 In 2015 Ryan Coogler breathed new life into the long-running Rocky franchise with Creed so, naturally, we must have a sequel. Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, and Tessa Thompson are all back to give us more of the melodrama and pugilistic violence that we crave but this time they're guided by Steven Caple Jr., as Coogler chose to focus on a little independent film rather than return. MOVIES DISCUSSED THIS WEEK: The Salvation, BlacKkKlansman, Jeremiah Johnson, Gotti, Set it Up, Harold and Maude, Crazy Rich Asians, Creed 2

Episode 85 of the True Bromance Film Podcast - Creed / Training Montages

Episode 85 The latest in the Rocky franchise is upon us and we've been training hard to keep up with Sylvester Stallone and Michael B. Jordan in Creed. Along with a discussion about Ryan Coogler's latest offering, we're going over some of our favorite training montages and sharing why we love them.