1. Rocky Balboa - Rocky (1976)
I dont care what most people think, Rocky is a better boxing film than Raging Bull. There, Ive said it, and youre welcome to punch me in the face if you disagree. Whilst Bull is hard edged, tragic and beautifully shot, Rocky is about the side of getting the bejesus thrashed out of you that I love its about an underdog, and as such has me punching the air more times then well Rocky punching the air. It's about the little guy, or rather, the little big guy. Ok, so the fight scenes look a bit shonky one bloke gets battered for a bit, the other bloke then gets battered for a bit, repeat - but the fact that Stallone can focus on the acting, considering hes written the whole thing, and still get an Oscar nod (one of 10 that the film gained) is mightly impressive. Probably the most parodied film in history too, and referenced in the magnificent song "Montage" from Team America World Police, its like finely cut parmesan deliciously enjoyable, perfectly formed cheese. Oh, and Rocky 2 is just as much fun. Altogether now..."ADDDRIIEENNNEEE!" Ok, so that's my fave five. Turn the page if you want reminding of the flipside. And bear in mind, I could only choose 5...