Post by That 80s Guy on Jan 20, 2017 18:59:12 GMT -5
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It's rumored that Creed's sequel, Creed II, is already in production. I wouldn't doubt if this were true, seeing as the original Creed started filming in Jan of 2015 and hit theaters in Nov of 2015. Sly himself has said Creed II could hit theaters by Nov of this year.
Personally, it's almost become an obsession as to where they take the characters in this new franchise. Especially now that Ryan Coogler 'MAY NOT' be on board for making the sequel (word is he maybe tied up in commitment with another project at this time). So I'm hoping the sequel does the original Creed justice.
So here's how I would personally like to see things play out in Creed II:
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(as with the rules of the Rocky saga, time elapse is appropriate to the scene at hand)
So it picks up where Creed ended, with Creed dropping off Rocky to rest, and takes the work van over to Bianca's apt (Creed's face is still bruised). That's where she reveals she's pregnant (that night in Liverpool). Adonis proposes, and it takes some convincing, Bianca caves and accepts.
It's a feel good moment as Adonis (still semi-bruised up) is helping out around Adrian's while Rocky is doing paperwork (still frail looking), he asks about the cancer and Rock says treatment must be working because he's feeling a little better very day. Adonis then tells Rocky about not only the engagement but the expecting child; Rocky's happy for them.... Just then on the TV, the ESPN PTI segment comes on, explaining that now that Ricky Conlan has vacated the WBC World Light-Heavyweight Championship, the World Boxing Council has determined it's top 2 picks to challenge for the title. Newly reinstated #1 contender Danny "Stuntman" Wheeler (it's acknowledged he settled out of court with the WBC) will face new #2 contender Adonis "Hollywood" Creed. Obviously Don & Rock react accordingly.
-We also see at The Delphi Gym, Wheeler and his team react. Lil Duke looks concerned, reminding Wheeler that Duke Sr told him all about training Balboa here in L.A., over in Philly, and hell, even over to Russia; and if Balboa is passing that knowledge, that work ethic, those survival values onto Adonis... then Adonis is NOT to be taken lightly, especially now that he's gotta be on better guard of that jaw, if he wants to keep fighting. However, Wheeler shows his confidence (due to getting the better of Creed, previously).
Wedding scene (prep, actual wedding, Phyllica Rashad cameos once again as Mary Ann, Rock is Adonis' best man, Rock and Mary Ann confab and are able to put some closure on the past. Rock reminds Adonis not to party too hard, during the reception, as they've got training to do, Rock is sitting during the whole duration of the reception. Bianca sings to Adonis, and as she does, one of her cousins LIVE streams it on FB, where a record exec happens to tune in and shows interest). Celebration scene fades out...
Door opens, and it's a real estater showing a house to Adonis & Bianca. They're both excited over the rooms for "her studio" and for "his workout set up". They eventually take the deal.
Adonis is dining at Rock's house and tells Rock all about the house excited, but Rock looks confused and questions Adonis about training, Adonis saying he gets in a work out when he can and will hit the gym once he's moved in. Rocky motivational/life advice scene on not procrastinating, that it's better to be ready than unprepared. Adonis looks frustrated.
Moving scene is shown and finishes up with Adonis bringing in his luggage as the last bit of stuff. Adonis & Bianca about to lovely-dovey, when she gets a call. It was the record exec who seen her performance and wants to meet with her. ~Happy vibes~
KNOCK on the door, it's Rocky, telling Adonis let's go, we've gotta train. Bianca a bit upset Adonis is taken away from their 1st night in their new home.
TRAINING MONTAGE (Creed & Rocky, back with Padman & Amir, at Front Street Gym. Wheeler & Lil Duke at Delphi gym. Also, clips of Bianca meeting with exec looking happy / singing in a studio with exec and techs looking pleased)
Pre-fight UFC/WWE-style build up video shown......
FIGHT: Wheeler vs. Creed - vacant WBC World Light-Heavyweight Championship
Creed is once again sporting "The Colors" trunks. Wheeler actually gets the better of Creed , all throughout the 1st round. Mary Ann watching again from her home in L.A. Bianca watching from the studio.
2nd round, Wheeler is about to put away Creed, when he hears Apollo's voice, "DAMN IT KID, FIGHT BACK!" - just then, Adonis throws a hook in slow-motion and it lands hard on Wheeler's jaw, rebreaking it with the sound of bones cracking. Wheeler goes down KO'd and the 10 count finishes up... CREED WINS THE TITLE! In ring celebration and just as Creed and his team exit the ring, Lil Duke looks on as Team Wheeler are reviving Danny, who's jaw looks wrecked.
Next day, Bianca calls from L.A. and congratulates Adonis on the title win; also updates Adonis on the record being released soon and an upcoming tour to follow to promote it. Adonis happy for her, scrolls on his iPad and sees a disturbing headling, "Did Creed Get Lucky?". Finishes up the convo with Bianca and clicks on the video provided by ESPN's PTI. Basically criticizing Adonis for a fight he should've lost, but landed 1 lucky punch and became Champion. Is this title win justified?
At Adrian's, Adonis is getting Rocky's take on it. Rocky brings up the time he didn't want to fight Apollo, so Apollo started a slander campaign against him. How it made him feel to be ridiculed. But teaches Adonis how to rise above that and all the negativity he's facing.
Adonis (bruises not as noticeable) has a dream: he gets a visit from none other than his father, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers, currently). Apollo talks to him. Emotional scene, Adonis wakes up with tears in his eyes. Wipes them away, and looks over at his belt.
Bianca flies back into Philly, Adonis' bruises are healed up by now with just 1 tape strip on his eyebrow. They embrace at the airport terminal and Bianca is showing. She talks about how she feels it kick or as Adonis corrects her, 'punches'. She says she's playing the Electric Factory (same big venue from original Creed) for a 3-nighter, and then her 4-month tour begins. Adonis wishes he could see her perform at the E.L., but despite being barred from there, he's happy for her, saying their dreams are coming true.
Liverpool, England
Jury Hearing
The case of Richard Conlan and his request for parole. Granted.
Outside of the court, an interviewer asks Conlan what he plans to do now that even through he's on parole, he's a free without bars.... responds that he wants his belt back. Asked about his thoughts on Creed's title win/reign. Says "Creed won with luck, and if he wants to prove his worth, he'll give me the shot I gave him!"
Rocky, who is looking better, is noticeably not as strong as he was in the original Creed - struggles up the cemetery hill to sit and visit with Adrian and Paulie's graves. Spills his heart out to both, says he feels his time is ticking down, even though the cancer is in remission not having heard from Robert, and Adonis seems to be on the right path. This scene would be almost similar to the deleted scene from the original Creed.
Adonis is shown shadow boxing in his workout space, when he gets a call on his phone. It's Tommy Holiday. Holiday informs Adonis that Ricky's out on parole, and as long as he maintains his good behavior, the WBC will sanction future fights. Adonis asks what it's got to do with him; Holiday responds, "He wants his belt back. He can't leave England, so the fight will have to take place here in Liverpool once more. I've talked to the WBC and they'll sanction it. All we need is for your approval and the fight will be in motion". Adonis is apprehensive, until Holiday reminds him of the bad press he's received since winning the title. Adonis changes his tune and accepts the fight. Just as Holiday hangs up the old school rotatory phone, in focus is Conlan; Tommy nods his head 'yes' and Ricky grins.
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Adonis says to himself quickly, "I'm fighting 'Pretty' Ricky Conlan"........ text message; it's Amir at the Electric Factory, he's streaming Bianca's 3rd night performance. Adonis' demeanor changes to a more smiley, good vibe feel watching his wife getting the crowd lit. Amir talks to the phone and says hold up he's got a message to check. Adonis waits. Amir frantically tells Adonis to get to Adrian's, HURRY!
Adrian's restaurant is burning up in flames; a crowd watching, firefighters engaging in their equipment. Adonis and Rocky drive up to the restaurant and the horror on Rocky's face.... he starts to cry on Adonis' shoulder, just totally breaking down while Adonis holds him, Rock mumbles similar to when he held Mickey when crying. Amir and Padman stand next to them as the emotional scene fades.
The next day, Bianca walks into Rocky's home after knocking. Adonis wakes up from the couch. Says Rocky just went to sleep after being upset all night. She wishes she could see him, but says her cab is ready to take her to L.A. where her tour begins. Adonis says she should put it off seeing she's pregnant, but she reassures him she'll be fine, she feels fine, and she'll be finished up before the baby comes. They kiss and say their goodbyes.
Adonis walks into Mighty Mick's Gym, all the fighters shake their heads at Adonis, while he makes his way into Pete Sporino's office. Adonis knocks and walks in, Pete looks up and see's HOLLYWOOD! with a hand extended out. Adonis unfavorably shakes Pete's hand. Pete asks how he and Rocky have been. Adonis tells him Rock ain't doing so good, Pete says he just read it in the paper today, and feels really bad. Adonis asks if he felt bad about exposing the 'Creed' name to the world? Pete apologizes. Adonis says he wants to cut to the (does the hand sign for 'bull$#!t' - says if he really wants to make it up to Rock for what he did, he'll agree to a deal. Pete asks what kind of deal, just as Adonis starts pulling out a FAT wad of cash, Pete looks on as if he's struck gold.
Rocky sits up in bed (nighttime), and looks around his room, sadness on his face. Makes his way down stairs into his kitchen and finds an old bottle of Paulie's liquor, with still half of it left. Takes a swig of it and is grossed out by it at first, before taking a 2nd swig and chugging it until it's empty.
Adonis walks into Rocky's home and finds Rocky sitting at the dinner table. Adonis approaches and sits down. Rock says now he knows why Paulie liked this stuff so much. Adonis asks Rock how he's feeling. Says aside from being buzzed, questions himself why he keeps losing and losing (looking depressed). Adonis then grabs Rocky's hand.... puts a set of 2 keys in it. Rock asks what's this? Adonis tells Rock that he now owns Mick's, again. Asks about Pete, and Adonis responds with that same Marlon Brando impression, "I made'em an offer he couldn't refuse" - it puts a smile on Rock's face. Adonis says, "Besides, it's a gonna be a good investment. We're gonna need it, especially right now. Tommy Holiday called.....Ricky Conlan's out on parole. Rocky, they challenged be to a rematch". Rock looking concerned, asks what Adonis said. "I accepted". Rock reminds Adonis, that no matter what he (Adonis) wants to do, he'll do also.
PRESS CONFERENCE IN LIVERPOOL
During the official fight announcement: "Pretty" Ricky Conlan will challenge to regain his World Light-Heavyweight Championship from current champion Adonis "Hollywood" Creed, at the very same stadium they fought just 2yrs earlier. Adonis is asked why Rocky isn't with him this time; says Rocky is taking care of business back home - Ricky destroys Adonis' answer by telling the truth about the restaurant fire. Ricky is asked about Creed's reign as champion; Ricky is brutally honest and says there's been no reign, he hasn't fought anybody since he got lucky with the belt. Adonis is fuming. Adonis is asked if he'll ever live up to his father's 'championship' legacy; Adonis stands up with the mic and declares that he'll make his father, he'll make Rocky, and he'll make his new family to be, all proud by defeating 'Pretty' Ricky, who got lucky with a granted parole hearing... Ricky stands up and things escalate! Rocky watches on from his home, somewhat disappointed expression, says to himself, "(sigh).... just like his father".
Bianca is performing on stage in New York, when she begins feeling contractions. The scene plays out, how you can imagine it would, with her dropping the mic while getting dizzy and dropping to her butt, just as crew help her up and off the stage.
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Adonis calls Bianca, still hyped from the conference earlier, when her road assistant answers and tells him what happened. Adonis rushes to pack and out the hotel door.
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Quick scene of Adonis on flight looking off, thinking about things.
Stepping out of the cab with luggage in hand ...... opens the door to Bianca's room and there she is with Rocky reading to her, smiling with the baby. Adonis gets his first look at his new daughter. Together they name her, Mary Adrian, in honor of Adonis' mom and Rocky's late wife. Rocky is shown smiling with a tear in his eye, "I appreciate it, really I do". She also drops the bombshell on Adonis that because of the birth, it's damaged a good 30% of her hearing ability - and that it's going to continue getting worse sooner rather than later than expected. Adonis feels bittersweet about the moment. Rocky snaps the moment by asking Adonis what it is... Adonis checks his watch, but Rocky says "Nah nah nah... it's time to what...." - Adonis and Bianca looking confused: "Win!" (BELL). "We've got a gym, now, right?"... Adonis looks back at Bianca, she nods her head 'yes' in approval.
TRAINING MONTAGE, only this time it's in Mighty Mick's gym. Clips of Conlan training is shown also. The end of the montage, we see Rocky at the bottom of the famous Philly steps, timing Adonis' sprint up them - Rock Shouts "YEAH!" - Adonis "victory showboating" at the top of the steps, throwing punches and pumped... Rocky looks up with a grin, obviously proud of Adonis.
ESPN gets fans' views on the fight this evening, ALL of them are in favor of Ricky Conlan recapturing gold. The last guy interviewed, is the main motorcyclist from the original Creed, says "History, Creed".
Fists being taped up, both in Conlan and Creed's locker room. A knock on Creed's door... in walks in Lil Duke. While Rocky sits through the scene, Adonis says he ain't got anything to say to him (Lil Duke). Lil Duke says that's ok, but to just hear what he has to say. Says his dad believed in Apollo, so we share something. Apologizes for not recognizing when he should've. Says he can win this thing, that hell, he put his guy (Wheeler) out of commission permanently. Adonis looks shocked; Lil Duke says "Yep, that broken jaw ended his career". Finishes by saying after this fight is over, if you need me and/or my help, don't hesitate. Soft fistbump to Creed's shoulder, before walking out.
Rocky adds words of encouragement, from 1 former champion to a current champion. Rock once again holds onto Creed's shoulder, on the way out to the ring. Amir and Padman carrying out Adonis' title belts. Ricky Conlan makes a more basic style walk to the ring (not as fancy as in the original Creed).
Bianca and Mary Ann with the baby, watch from Bianca's home in Philly. Lil Duke watches from ringside.
FIGHT
A pretty evenly matched contest, with a majority of the crowd siding with Conlan, just in the original; for Conlan is still on home turf and the people still question Creed's title reign in the UK, as well. Between rounds, Rocky talks to Adonis from the outside of the ropes, while Amir does his duties from where Rock usually is; and we see the return of Stitch as the cut man. Creed is in trouble a few moments throughout each round. Lil Duke shouts similar instructions as Rocky, towards Creed (catching Rock's attention).
The usual/inspirational dialogue between rounds.
In the 6th round, Creed nails a 1-2 combo to Conlan's right rib and cross to Conlan's left jaw, sending him to the mat. Crowd erupts!
THE FULL 10 COUNT!
CREED RETAINS THE CHAMPIONSHIP
Bianca & Mary Ann joyous, Lil Duke shouts in joy; post fight interview, Creed gives props to his mom, his wife, his new babygirl, his cornermen, and the 2 "angels on his shoulders" - his pop Apollo and "The Italian Stallion" Rocky. Max Kellerman puts over the fact that Creed. Is. For Real!
Final Scene
Adonis is shadow boxing inside the workout ring at Mick's Gym. Rocky concludes the workout, slowly entering the ring, toweling Adonis' sweat off. After the joking, Rock mentions Lil Duke - Adonis' facial expression becomes a bit dissatisfies, but Rock advises that maybe Adonis ease up on him, after all, he (Rock) knew his father (Lil Duke's) all too well, too, and that the 2 of them practically grew up brothers together (Adonis & Lil Duke). Also brings up the 'angel on the shoulder' bit, pulls out from his pocket the famous golden glove cufflink. Tells that he gave it to Robert years ago, but the kid handed it back, so now he wants Adonis to have it. Adonis says it's identical to the one Mary Ann has. Rocky looks confused. Adonis says an old time fighter, also named Rocky, gave his dad one when he became World Champ. Rocky thinks about it for a bit.... hears Mickey's voice, "He probably gave it to some bum". Rocky starts to laugh, Adonis asks what's so funny. Says 'YOU are! You're a funny guy!' and the 2 joke around as they exit the ring, with Rocky holding onto Adonis' shoulder, walking to the back of the gym as the scene fades and credits music kicks in.
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It's just a basic idea, I figure this one Rocky doesn't pass away in, but it's getting close. He needed another challenge, however, thus losing Adrian's restaurant, and recovering her legacy through the name of Adonis' new born girl. Sly's interested in bringing Carl Weathers into the fold again, hence the dream Donny has (I think with my idea, the dream in Creed III would involve both Apollo and Rocky, when Rocky is posthumous). Plus, this plants the seeds for Lil Duke to become more prominent later on. Bianca's hearing will be gone completely sometime during Creed III, and that's when she'll choose family life over her career. Meanwhile, Adonis is poised to become the GQ / mainstream guy in Creed III.
If ya made it this far, let me know what you think.
It's rumored that Creed's sequel, Creed II, is already in production. I wouldn't doubt if this were true, seeing as the original Creed started filming in Jan of 2015 and hit theaters in Nov of 2015. Sly himself has said Creed II could hit theaters by Nov of this year.
Personally, it's almost become an obsession as to where they take the characters in this new franchise. Especially now that Ryan Coogler 'MAY NOT' be on board for making the sequel (word is he maybe tied up in commitment with another project at this time). So I'm hoping the sequel does the original Creed justice.
So here's how I would personally like to see things play out in Creed II:
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(as with the rules of the Rocky saga, time elapse is appropriate to the scene at hand)
So it picks up where Creed ended, with Creed dropping off Rocky to rest, and takes the work van over to Bianca's apt (Creed's face is still bruised). That's where she reveals she's pregnant (that night in Liverpool). Adonis proposes, and it takes some convincing, Bianca caves and accepts.
It's a feel good moment as Adonis (still semi-bruised up) is helping out around Adrian's while Rocky is doing paperwork (still frail looking), he asks about the cancer and Rock says treatment must be working because he's feeling a little better very day. Adonis then tells Rocky about not only the engagement but the expecting child; Rocky's happy for them.... Just then on the TV, the ESPN PTI segment comes on, explaining that now that Ricky Conlan has vacated the WBC World Light-Heavyweight Championship, the World Boxing Council has determined it's top 2 picks to challenge for the title. Newly reinstated #1 contender Danny "Stuntman" Wheeler (it's acknowledged he settled out of court with the WBC) will face new #2 contender Adonis "Hollywood" Creed. Obviously Don & Rock react accordingly.
-We also see at The Delphi Gym, Wheeler and his team react. Lil Duke looks concerned, reminding Wheeler that Duke Sr told him all about training Balboa here in L.A., over in Philly, and hell, even over to Russia; and if Balboa is passing that knowledge, that work ethic, those survival values onto Adonis... then Adonis is NOT to be taken lightly, especially now that he's gotta be on better guard of that jaw, if he wants to keep fighting. However, Wheeler shows his confidence (due to getting the better of Creed, previously).
Wedding scene (prep, actual wedding, Phyllica Rashad cameos once again as Mary Ann, Rock is Adonis' best man, Rock and Mary Ann confab and are able to put some closure on the past. Rock reminds Adonis not to party too hard, during the reception, as they've got training to do, Rock is sitting during the whole duration of the reception. Bianca sings to Adonis, and as she does, one of her cousins LIVE streams it on FB, where a record exec happens to tune in and shows interest). Celebration scene fades out...
Door opens, and it's a real estater showing a house to Adonis & Bianca. They're both excited over the rooms for "her studio" and for "his workout set up". They eventually take the deal.
Adonis is dining at Rock's house and tells Rock all about the house excited, but Rock looks confused and questions Adonis about training, Adonis saying he gets in a work out when he can and will hit the gym once he's moved in. Rocky motivational/life advice scene on not procrastinating, that it's better to be ready than unprepared. Adonis looks frustrated.
Moving scene is shown and finishes up with Adonis bringing in his luggage as the last bit of stuff. Adonis & Bianca about to lovely-dovey, when she gets a call. It was the record exec who seen her performance and wants to meet with her. ~Happy vibes~
KNOCK on the door, it's Rocky, telling Adonis let's go, we've gotta train. Bianca a bit upset Adonis is taken away from their 1st night in their new home.
TRAINING MONTAGE (Creed & Rocky, back with Padman & Amir, at Front Street Gym. Wheeler & Lil Duke at Delphi gym. Also, clips of Bianca meeting with exec looking happy / singing in a studio with exec and techs looking pleased)
Pre-fight UFC/WWE-style build up video shown......
FIGHT: Wheeler vs. Creed - vacant WBC World Light-Heavyweight Championship
Creed is once again sporting "The Colors" trunks. Wheeler actually gets the better of Creed , all throughout the 1st round. Mary Ann watching again from her home in L.A. Bianca watching from the studio.
2nd round, Wheeler is about to put away Creed, when he hears Apollo's voice, "DAMN IT KID, FIGHT BACK!" - just then, Adonis throws a hook in slow-motion and it lands hard on Wheeler's jaw, rebreaking it with the sound of bones cracking. Wheeler goes down KO'd and the 10 count finishes up... CREED WINS THE TITLE! In ring celebration and just as Creed and his team exit the ring, Lil Duke looks on as Team Wheeler are reviving Danny, who's jaw looks wrecked.
Next day, Bianca calls from L.A. and congratulates Adonis on the title win; also updates Adonis on the record being released soon and an upcoming tour to follow to promote it. Adonis happy for her, scrolls on his iPad and sees a disturbing headling, "Did Creed Get Lucky?". Finishes up the convo with Bianca and clicks on the video provided by ESPN's PTI. Basically criticizing Adonis for a fight he should've lost, but landed 1 lucky punch and became Champion. Is this title win justified?
At Adrian's, Adonis is getting Rocky's take on it. Rocky brings up the time he didn't want to fight Apollo, so Apollo started a slander campaign against him. How it made him feel to be ridiculed. But teaches Adonis how to rise above that and all the negativity he's facing.
Adonis (bruises not as noticeable) has a dream: he gets a visit from none other than his father, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers, currently). Apollo talks to him. Emotional scene, Adonis wakes up with tears in his eyes. Wipes them away, and looks over at his belt.
Bianca flies back into Philly, Adonis' bruises are healed up by now with just 1 tape strip on his eyebrow. They embrace at the airport terminal and Bianca is showing. She talks about how she feels it kick or as Adonis corrects her, 'punches'. She says she's playing the Electric Factory (same big venue from original Creed) for a 3-nighter, and then her 4-month tour begins. Adonis wishes he could see her perform at the E.L., but despite being barred from there, he's happy for her, saying their dreams are coming true.
Liverpool, England
Jury Hearing
The case of Richard Conlan and his request for parole. Granted.
Outside of the court, an interviewer asks Conlan what he plans to do now that even through he's on parole, he's a free without bars.... responds that he wants his belt back. Asked about his thoughts on Creed's title win/reign. Says "Creed won with luck, and if he wants to prove his worth, he'll give me the shot I gave him!"
Rocky, who is looking better, is noticeably not as strong as he was in the original Creed - struggles up the cemetery hill to sit and visit with Adrian and Paulie's graves. Spills his heart out to both, says he feels his time is ticking down, even though the cancer is in remission not having heard from Robert, and Adonis seems to be on the right path. This scene would be almost similar to the deleted scene from the original Creed.
Adonis is shown shadow boxing in his workout space, when he gets a call on his phone. It's Tommy Holiday. Holiday informs Adonis that Ricky's out on parole, and as long as he maintains his good behavior, the WBC will sanction future fights. Adonis asks what it's got to do with him; Holiday responds, "He wants his belt back. He can't leave England, so the fight will have to take place here in Liverpool once more. I've talked to the WBC and they'll sanction it. All we need is for your approval and the fight will be in motion". Adonis is apprehensive, until Holiday reminds him of the bad press he's received since winning the title. Adonis changes his tune and accepts the fight. Just as Holiday hangs up the old school rotatory phone, in focus is Conlan; Tommy nods his head 'yes' and Ricky grins.
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Adonis says to himself quickly, "I'm fighting 'Pretty' Ricky Conlan"........ text message; it's Amir at the Electric Factory, he's streaming Bianca's 3rd night performance. Adonis' demeanor changes to a more smiley, good vibe feel watching his wife getting the crowd lit. Amir talks to the phone and says hold up he's got a message to check. Adonis waits. Amir frantically tells Adonis to get to Adrian's, HURRY!
Adrian's restaurant is burning up in flames; a crowd watching, firefighters engaging in their equipment. Adonis and Rocky drive up to the restaurant and the horror on Rocky's face.... he starts to cry on Adonis' shoulder, just totally breaking down while Adonis holds him, Rock mumbles similar to when he held Mickey when crying. Amir and Padman stand next to them as the emotional scene fades.
The next day, Bianca walks into Rocky's home after knocking. Adonis wakes up from the couch. Says Rocky just went to sleep after being upset all night. She wishes she could see him, but says her cab is ready to take her to L.A. where her tour begins. Adonis says she should put it off seeing she's pregnant, but she reassures him she'll be fine, she feels fine, and she'll be finished up before the baby comes. They kiss and say their goodbyes.
Adonis walks into Mighty Mick's Gym, all the fighters shake their heads at Adonis, while he makes his way into Pete Sporino's office. Adonis knocks and walks in, Pete looks up and see's HOLLYWOOD! with a hand extended out. Adonis unfavorably shakes Pete's hand. Pete asks how he and Rocky have been. Adonis tells him Rock ain't doing so good, Pete says he just read it in the paper today, and feels really bad. Adonis asks if he felt bad about exposing the 'Creed' name to the world? Pete apologizes. Adonis says he wants to cut to the (does the hand sign for 'bull$#!t' - says if he really wants to make it up to Rock for what he did, he'll agree to a deal. Pete asks what kind of deal, just as Adonis starts pulling out a FAT wad of cash, Pete looks on as if he's struck gold.
Rocky sits up in bed (nighttime), and looks around his room, sadness on his face. Makes his way down stairs into his kitchen and finds an old bottle of Paulie's liquor, with still half of it left. Takes a swig of it and is grossed out by it at first, before taking a 2nd swig and chugging it until it's empty.
Adonis walks into Rocky's home and finds Rocky sitting at the dinner table. Adonis approaches and sits down. Rock says now he knows why Paulie liked this stuff so much. Adonis asks Rock how he's feeling. Says aside from being buzzed, questions himself why he keeps losing and losing (looking depressed). Adonis then grabs Rocky's hand.... puts a set of 2 keys in it. Rock asks what's this? Adonis tells Rock that he now owns Mick's, again. Asks about Pete, and Adonis responds with that same Marlon Brando impression, "I made'em an offer he couldn't refuse" - it puts a smile on Rock's face. Adonis says, "Besides, it's a gonna be a good investment. We're gonna need it, especially right now. Tommy Holiday called.....Ricky Conlan's out on parole. Rocky, they challenged be to a rematch". Rock looking concerned, asks what Adonis said. "I accepted". Rock reminds Adonis, that no matter what he (Adonis) wants to do, he'll do also.
PRESS CONFERENCE IN LIVERPOOL
During the official fight announcement: "Pretty" Ricky Conlan will challenge to regain his World Light-Heavyweight Championship from current champion Adonis "Hollywood" Creed, at the very same stadium they fought just 2yrs earlier. Adonis is asked why Rocky isn't with him this time; says Rocky is taking care of business back home - Ricky destroys Adonis' answer by telling the truth about the restaurant fire. Ricky is asked about Creed's reign as champion; Ricky is brutally honest and says there's been no reign, he hasn't fought anybody since he got lucky with the belt. Adonis is fuming. Adonis is asked if he'll ever live up to his father's 'championship' legacy; Adonis stands up with the mic and declares that he'll make his father, he'll make Rocky, and he'll make his new family to be, all proud by defeating 'Pretty' Ricky, who got lucky with a granted parole hearing... Ricky stands up and things escalate! Rocky watches on from his home, somewhat disappointed expression, says to himself, "(sigh).... just like his father".
Bianca is performing on stage in New York, when she begins feeling contractions. The scene plays out, how you can imagine it would, with her dropping the mic while getting dizzy and dropping to her butt, just as crew help her up and off the stage.
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Adonis calls Bianca, still hyped from the conference earlier, when her road assistant answers and tells him what happened. Adonis rushes to pack and out the hotel door.
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Quick scene of Adonis on flight looking off, thinking about things.
Stepping out of the cab with luggage in hand ...... opens the door to Bianca's room and there she is with Rocky reading to her, smiling with the baby. Adonis gets his first look at his new daughter. Together they name her, Mary Adrian, in honor of Adonis' mom and Rocky's late wife. Rocky is shown smiling with a tear in his eye, "I appreciate it, really I do". She also drops the bombshell on Adonis that because of the birth, it's damaged a good 30% of her hearing ability - and that it's going to continue getting worse sooner rather than later than expected. Adonis feels bittersweet about the moment. Rocky snaps the moment by asking Adonis what it is... Adonis checks his watch, but Rocky says "Nah nah nah... it's time to what...." - Adonis and Bianca looking confused: "Win!" (BELL). "We've got a gym, now, right?"... Adonis looks back at Bianca, she nods her head 'yes' in approval.
TRAINING MONTAGE, only this time it's in Mighty Mick's gym. Clips of Conlan training is shown also. The end of the montage, we see Rocky at the bottom of the famous Philly steps, timing Adonis' sprint up them - Rock Shouts "YEAH!" - Adonis "victory showboating" at the top of the steps, throwing punches and pumped... Rocky looks up with a grin, obviously proud of Adonis.
ESPN gets fans' views on the fight this evening, ALL of them are in favor of Ricky Conlan recapturing gold. The last guy interviewed, is the main motorcyclist from the original Creed, says "History, Creed".
Fists being taped up, both in Conlan and Creed's locker room. A knock on Creed's door... in walks in Lil Duke. While Rocky sits through the scene, Adonis says he ain't got anything to say to him (Lil Duke). Lil Duke says that's ok, but to just hear what he has to say. Says his dad believed in Apollo, so we share something. Apologizes for not recognizing when he should've. Says he can win this thing, that hell, he put his guy (Wheeler) out of commission permanently. Adonis looks shocked; Lil Duke says "Yep, that broken jaw ended his career". Finishes by saying after this fight is over, if you need me and/or my help, don't hesitate. Soft fistbump to Creed's shoulder, before walking out.
Rocky adds words of encouragement, from 1 former champion to a current champion. Rock once again holds onto Creed's shoulder, on the way out to the ring. Amir and Padman carrying out Adonis' title belts. Ricky Conlan makes a more basic style walk to the ring (not as fancy as in the original Creed).
Bianca and Mary Ann with the baby, watch from Bianca's home in Philly. Lil Duke watches from ringside.
FIGHT
A pretty evenly matched contest, with a majority of the crowd siding with Conlan, just in the original; for Conlan is still on home turf and the people still question Creed's title reign in the UK, as well. Between rounds, Rocky talks to Adonis from the outside of the ropes, while Amir does his duties from where Rock usually is; and we see the return of Stitch as the cut man. Creed is in trouble a few moments throughout each round. Lil Duke shouts similar instructions as Rocky, towards Creed (catching Rock's attention).
The usual/inspirational dialogue between rounds.
In the 6th round, Creed nails a 1-2 combo to Conlan's right rib and cross to Conlan's left jaw, sending him to the mat. Crowd erupts!
THE FULL 10 COUNT!
CREED RETAINS THE CHAMPIONSHIP
Bianca & Mary Ann joyous, Lil Duke shouts in joy; post fight interview, Creed gives props to his mom, his wife, his new babygirl, his cornermen, and the 2 "angels on his shoulders" - his pop Apollo and "The Italian Stallion" Rocky. Max Kellerman puts over the fact that Creed. Is. For Real!
Final Scene
Adonis is shadow boxing inside the workout ring at Mick's Gym. Rocky concludes the workout, slowly entering the ring, toweling Adonis' sweat off. After the joking, Rock mentions Lil Duke - Adonis' facial expression becomes a bit dissatisfies, but Rock advises that maybe Adonis ease up on him, after all, he (Rock) knew his father (Lil Duke's) all too well, too, and that the 2 of them practically grew up brothers together (Adonis & Lil Duke). Also brings up the 'angel on the shoulder' bit, pulls out from his pocket the famous golden glove cufflink. Tells that he gave it to Robert years ago, but the kid handed it back, so now he wants Adonis to have it. Adonis says it's identical to the one Mary Ann has. Rocky looks confused. Adonis says an old time fighter, also named Rocky, gave his dad one when he became World Champ. Rocky thinks about it for a bit.... hears Mickey's voice, "He probably gave it to some bum". Rocky starts to laugh, Adonis asks what's so funny. Says 'YOU are! You're a funny guy!' and the 2 joke around as they exit the ring, with Rocky holding onto Adonis' shoulder, walking to the back of the gym as the scene fades and credits music kicks in.
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It's just a basic idea, I figure this one Rocky doesn't pass away in, but it's getting close. He needed another challenge, however, thus losing Adrian's restaurant, and recovering her legacy through the name of Adonis' new born girl. Sly's interested in bringing Carl Weathers into the fold again, hence the dream Donny has (I think with my idea, the dream in Creed III would involve both Apollo and Rocky, when Rocky is posthumous). Plus, this plants the seeds for Lil Duke to become more prominent later on. Bianca's hearing will be gone completely sometime during Creed III, and that's when she'll choose family life over her career. Meanwhile, Adonis is poised to become the GQ / mainstream guy in Creed III.
If ya made it this far, let me know what you think.