First Blood
Directed by Ted KotcheffA veteran Green Beret is forced by a cruel Sheriff and his deputies to flee into the mountains and wage an escalating one-man war against his pursuers.
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- Rowan KrzysiakMarch 2, 2025You think of Rambo and it's blood, guts and stupid action. This has a small dose of that but I can only assume that the sequels following this masterpiece did this movie a real disservice. It's a clever movie with real depth disguised as something stupid. It's brilliant and can be read and enjoyed at whatever level you're prepared to take it. Essential viewing.
- mickerdooJuly 10, 2025Too many unlikable people. Bad cop(s). Renegade vet, hurting seemingly innocent people and not complying. He should've just tied them up.
- Mr. DMarch 22, 2025Decent 4k remake. Trautman still cant save the civilians from Johnny but it remains a Classic.
- ZokkiieJuly 2, 2025This is a lean, intense action film with real emotional weight. Stallone delivers a quiet, powerful performance, showing surprising depth and vulnerability. The film’s stripped-down style, tight pacing, and moody atmosphere set it apart from typical action fare. Even decades later, it holds up as a smart, gripping portrait of a man at war with the world—and himself.
- Mike MartinsJune 7, 2025🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A Powerful Classic — Stallone is a Genius Rambo: First Blood is an absolute cinematic triumph that stands the test of time. From start to finish, it’s gripping, emotional, and thought-provoking. The pacing is tight, the atmosphere is tense, and the story dives deep into the human condition without ever needing to over-explain itself. Sylvester Stallone delivers a phenomenal performance, full of raw intensity and quiet vulnerability. He doesn't just play the role — he embodies it. It’s not just action for action’s sake; there's heart, purpose, and weight behind every moment. Stallone proves here that he’s not only a powerhouse on screen but also a genius storyteller with a deep understanding of character and emotion. This isn’t just an action movie — it’s a powerful statement, and it still resonates decades later. A must-watch.
- Michael SurberJune 5, 2025A very moving and tragic story overall. Besides Rocky, John Rambo is the role Stallone was born to play. This film and all the sequels are mostly misunderstood and harshly misjudged as brutal examples of the savages of war. Truthfully, Rambo is a tragic example of how far too many Americans view and treat our veterans. It's a moving commentary of the stuggles many of them go thru upon returning after their service. Watch it and decide. Even better, read David Morrell's original book.
- tedeuMay 31, 2025Good movie, gets me back...
- BUZAN ADRIANMay 25, 2025Clasic Movie *****Stars
